Charter route · Southwest
Van Nuys → Scottsdale
KVNY → KSDL · 330 nm · 1h 09m typical block · $11,500–$16,000 midsize jet
330 nm
Distance
1h 09m
Block time (midsize jet)
$11,500–$16,000
Typical one-way estimate
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Operators at the endpoints
The Van Nuys–Scottsdale run covers 330 nautical miles, typically flown on a midsize jet in about 1h 09m block time from KVNY to KSDL.
Scottsdale peaks Oct–Apr — strongest demand around winter and spring and fall. Book 2–4 weeks ahead in season; slots and ramp space at KSDL 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 35m | $4,500–$6,500 |
| Light Jet | Citation CJ3, Phenom 300 | 4–7 | 1h 11m | $8,500–$11,500 |
| Midsize JetTypical | Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR | 7–9 | 1h 09m | $11,500–$16,000 |
| Super-Midsize Jet | Citation Longitude, Challenger 350 | 8–12 | 1h 06m | $13,500–$18,500 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G550, Global 6000 | 12–19 | 1h 06m | $18,500–$26,000 |
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
Rated operators on this route
Operators based at either end fly it without positioning an aircraft first — often the sharpest quotes.
Based near Van Nuys
04 / Answers
Van Nuys to Scottsdale: what fliers ask
How long is the flight from Van Nuys to Scottsdale?
The trip covers about 330 nautical miles. Plan on roughly 1h 09m block time on a midsize jet — a light jet runs about 1h 11m, a heavy jet about 1h 06m. Block time includes taxi and climb, not just cruise.
How much does a private jet from Van Nuys to Scottsdale cost?
One-way estimates run $11,500–$16,000 on a midsize jet, the class most travelers book at this distance. Across the whole rate card the spread is $4,500 (turboprop) to $26,000 (heavy jet). Real quotes move with dates, positioning, and demand.
Which airports do private jets use between Van Nuys and Scottsdale?
Departures typically use KVNY, KBUR, KSNA; arrivals use KSDL, KDVT, KPHX. When KSDL is slot-restricted or weathered in, nearby alternates include KIWA, KLUF, KPRC, KFLG.
What size aircraft is right for Van Nuys to Scottsdale?
At 330 nm, most charters book a midsize jet (Citation XLS+, Learjet 60XR, 7–9 seats). Larger cabins fly it faster with more room; smaller classes trade comfort for price.
Are there empty-leg flights from Van Nuys to Scottsdale?
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.