Right in Scottsdale. Extremely busy in early February during the Phoenix Open.
Scottsdale sits about 9 miles north of Old Town Scottsdale in a straight line, and it's the main private jet airport we list for Scottsdale.
Private jet routes through Scottsdale
We cover 5 routes through Scottsdale. The shortest trip is Los Angeles to Scottsdale (about 1 hr 10 min); the longest is New York to Scottsdale (about 5 hr 5 min).
| Route | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Scottsdale | Light jet | about 1 hr 10 min | $6,500–$8,500 |
| Chicago to Scottsdale | Light jet | about 3 hr 45 min | $20,500–$27,500 |
| Seattle to Scottsdale | Light jet | about 2 hr 45 min | $15,000–$20,000 |
| Denver to Scottsdale | Light jet | about 1 hr 35 min | $8,500–$11,500 |
| New York to Scottsdale | Midsize jet | about 5 hr 5 min | $33,000–$43,000 |
2026 estimates with typical fees, for the jet size most groups choose. How we estimate.
Runways at Scottsdale
Scottsdale has a single runway (03/21), 8,249 feet long. That is long enough for nearly all private jets, including most heavy jets on typical trips.
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 8,249 ft | 100 ft | asphalt |
Flight times from Scottsdale
Estimated time in the air and one-way price from SDL to the main private jet airport of other cities, for the jet size most groups of four to six would pick. Real quotes depend on the date and where the aircraft is based.
| To | Distance | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 2,124 mi | Midsize jet | about 4 hr 30 min | $29,000–$38,000 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 379 mi | Light jet | about 1 hr 10 min | $6,500–$8,500 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,962 mi | Midsize jet | about 4 hr 10 min | $27,000–$35,500 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 1,430 mi | Light jet | about 3 hr 20 min | $18,500–$24,500 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 871 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 15 min | $12,500–$16,500 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 250 mi | Light jet | about 50 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Aspen (ASE) | 478 mi | Midsize jet | about 1 hr 15 min | $8,500–$11,000 |
| Palm Beach (PBI) | 1,952 mi | Midsize jet | about 4 hr 10 min | $27,000–$35,000 |
Straight-line distances. Estimates use the same method as our cost calculator.
Other private jet airports nearby
- Henderson Executive Airport (HND), Las Vegas: about 245 miles away.
- Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), Las Vegas: about 250 miles away.
- North Las Vegas Airport (VGT), Las Vegas: about 258 miles away.
- John Wayne Airport (SNA), Los Angeles: about 343 miles away.
When Scottsdale gets busy
- The Phoenix Open in early February is one of the busiest weeks for private jets in the country.
- Winter and spring are the high season.
On those dates, aircraft and parking at Scottsdale fill up early and quotes climb. Booking two to three weeks ahead helps.
Questions about Scottsdale
How far is Scottsdale from Old Town Scottsdale?
About 9 miles in a straight line. Driving time depends on traffic.
Which routes use Scottsdale?
On this site: Los Angeles to Scottsdale, Chicago to Scottsdale, Seattle to Scottsdale, Denver to Scottsdale, New York to Scottsdale.
Is Scottsdale only for private jets?
No. It also handles other traffic, but private jets use dedicated terminals (FBOs) on the field.
Codes: IATA SDL, ICAO KSDL. Coordinates, elevation and runways from OurAirports open data. See also the guide to charter fees, including landing and handling charges.