Charter route · West Coast
Phoenix → Las Vegas
KPHX → KHND · 217 nm · 0h 54m typical block · $6,500–$9,000 light jet
217 nm
Distance
0h 54m
Block time (light jet)
$6,500–$9,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Phoenix–Las Vegas run covers 217 nautical miles, typically flown on a light jet in about 0h 54m block time from KPHX to KHND.
Las Vegas peaks Year-round — strongest demand around winter and spring and summer and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KHND tighten around holidays and major events.
Cost by aircraft class
| Class | Typical aircraft | Seats | Block | One-way est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12 | 6–9 | 1h 09m | $3,500–$5,000 |
| Light JetTypical | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 0h 54m | $6,500–$9,000 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 0h 53m | $9,000–$12,500 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 0h 51m | $10,000–$14,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 0h 50m | $14,500–$20,000 |
Estimates only — class rate card × block time on great-circle distance +8% routing, the same math as the cost estimator. Real quotes vary with dates, positioning, and demand.
Airport options
Phoenix, AZ
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International AirportPrimaryKPHX
- Scottsdale AirportKSDL
- Phoenix Deer Valley AirportKDVT
Nearby alternates
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
Based near Phoenix
04 / Answers
Phoenix to Las Vegas: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Phoenix to Las Vegas?
The trip covers about 217 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 0h 54m block time on a light jet — a light jet runs about 0h 54m, a heavy jet about 0h 50m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Phoenix to Las Vegas cost?
One-way estimates run $6,500–$9,000 on a light jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $3,500 (turboprop) to $20,000 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Phoenix and Las Vegas?
Departures typically use KPHX, KSDL, KDVT; arrivals use KHND, KVGT, KLAS. When KHND is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include K61B, KLSV, KIFP, KDRA.
What size aircraft is right for Phoenix to Las Vegas?
At 217 nm, most charters book a light jet (Citation CJ3, Phenom 300, 4–7 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Phoenix to Las Vegas?
Empty legs on this route are posted by operators as repositioning flights come up — they clear in hours, not days. Watch the empty-legs board or set an alert to catch the next one.