Las Vegas cargo charters move freight that cannot wait for a scheduled service, from trade show exhibits to production equipment, with the aircraft sized to the load.
The McDonnell Douglas MD-11F entered service in 1991. It has a published range of 3,592 nautical miles and a cruise of Mach 0.82 (~473 knots). The aircraft has a service ceiling of 43,000 feet and 15,530 cubic feet of cargo volume.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Cargo Aircraft
- Manufacturer: McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing)
- Year introduced: 1991
- Seating: Crew only (cargo)
- Crew: 2
- Range: 3,592 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.82 (~473 knots)
- Service ceiling: 43,000 feet
- Length: 200.8 feet
- Wingspan: 169.5 feet
- Height: 57.8 feet
- Baggage volume: 15,530 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Crew only
Why the McDonnell Douglas MD-11F Fits Las Vegas
With 3,592 nautical miles of published range, it covers trips from Las Vegas to destinations such as Seattle, Atlanta and Honolulu, allowing for reserves and routing. The Formula 1 weekend in November is one of the busiest of the year for private aircraft in Las Vegas, and parking reservations have been required at the main airports, so aircraft for those dates are worth booking early.
Las Vegas trips in an aircraft this size usually start at Harry Reid International (KLAS), which is open around the clock and is the only airport in the Las Vegas area with customs. Whether the aircraft can use a particular airport on your date depends on its weight and that day’s temperature and wind. The operator works that out, and your advisor will confirm it before anything is booked.
How Las Vegas Clients Use the McDonnell Douglas MD-11F
Cargo charters out of Las Vegas move what will not wait: exhibits and equipment for a trade show, production gear for a residency or a tour, and parts too urgent for scheduled freight. The aircraft is sized to the load.
Tell us the weight, the dimensions and where the load is picked up and delivered, and your advisor will confirm whether this aircraft suits it or suggest one that does.
Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
- Estimated hourly rate: $16,000 to $21,000 (as of 10/2026)
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Contact
For a quote on a McDonnell Douglas MD-11F charter in or out of Las Vegas, call an advisor at 1-888-987-5387, or send the trip through our contact page. You can read how we review operators and crews on our safety page, and compare other categories in the aircraft gallery.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.