Private Jet Van Nuys to Madeira

Van Nuys to Madeira covers approximately 4,840 nautical miles, a genuinely long-haul sector of around nine hours linking one of the busiest general aviation airports in the world with a subtropical island off the coast of North Africa. An ultra-long-range aircraft is required for this distance: the Gulfstream G650ER or Bombardier Global 7500 both offer the necessary range without a technical stop, along with cabins purpose-built for comfort over nine-plus hours aloft. Cruise altitudes up to roughly 51,000 feet allow these aircraft to operate efficiently above the majority of transcontinental and transatlantic traffic for the duration of the flight. Departure is from Van Nuys Airport, the San Fernando Valley’s principal private aviation hub and a long-standing favourite of the entertainment industry for its efficient handling. Arrival on Madeira brings guests to an island of terraced vineyards, laurel forest and dramatic sea cliffs, with Funchal’s harbourside old town offering a relaxed welcome after such a substantial crossing. The route suits Los Angeles-based travellers with the appetite for a true long-haul private journey, rewarded at the far end by Madeira’s mild, near-constant climate and a pace of life well removed from Southern California. Given the flight time involved, most operators recommend a well-equipped cabin with a proper rest area and a recovery period built into the arrival schedule. Given the length of this crossing, most Los Angeles-based operators recommend an unhurried departure window rather than an early morning start, allowing crew and passengers alike to begin the journey properly rested. Van Nuys’ round-the-clock handling capability makes this flexibility easy to accommodate.