In the San Fernando Valley. The main private jet airport for Los Angeles.
Van Nuys sits about 11 miles northwest of Beverly Hills in a straight line, and it's one of 3 private jet airports we list for Los Angeles.
Private jet routes through Van Nuys
We cover 12 routes through Van Nuys. The shortest trip is Los Angeles to Las Vegas (about 50 min); the longest is New York to Los Angeles (about 5 hr 40 min).
| Route | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York to Los Angeles | Super-midsize jet | about 5 hr 40 min | $44,000–$56,500 |
| Los Angeles to New York | Super-midsize jet | about 5 hr | $39,000–$50,000 |
| Los Angeles to Las Vegas | Light jet | about 50 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Las Vegas to Los Angeles | Light jet | about 50 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Los Angeles to Aspen | Midsize jet | about 1 hr 50 min | $12,000–$15,500 |
| Los Angeles to Scottsdale | Light jet | about 1 hr 10 min | $6,500–$8,500 |
| Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area | Light jet | about 55 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Los Angeles to Seattle | Light jet | about 2 hr 25 min | $13,000–$17,500 |
| Los Angeles to Denver | Light jet | about 2 hr 10 min | $12,000–$16,000 |
| Dallas to Los Angeles | Light jet | about 3 hr 20 min | $18,000–$24,000 |
| San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles | Light jet | about 55 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Los Angeles to Miami | Super-midsize jet | about 4 hr 50 min | $37,500–$48,000 |
2026 estimates with typical fees, for the jet size most groups choose. How we estimate.
Runways at Van Nuys
Van Nuys has 2 runways; the longest, 16R/34L, is 8,001 feet. That is long enough for nearly all private jets, including most heavy jets on typical trips.
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16R/34L | 8,001 ft | 150 ft | asphalt |
| 16L/34R | 4,013 ft | 75 ft | asphalt |
Flight times from Van Nuys
Estimated time in the air and one-way price from VNY 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) | 2,450 mi | Super-midsize jet | about 5 hr | $39,000–$50,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 2,341 mi | Super-midsize jet | about 4 hr 50 min | $37,500–$48,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 1,743 mi | Midsize jet | about 3 hr 45 min | $24,000–$31,500 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 1,248 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 55 min | $16,000–$21,500 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 229 mi | Light jet | about 50 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Aspen (ASE) | 730 mi | Midsize jet | about 1 hr 50 min | $12,000–$15,500 |
| Palm Beach (PBI) | 2,331 mi | Super-midsize jet | about 4 hr 45 min | $37,000–$48,000 |
| San Francisco Bay Area (SJC) | 291 mi | Light jet | about 55 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
Straight-line distances. Estimates use the same method as our cost calculator.
Van Nuys or another airport?
Los Angeles has more than one airport that handles private jets. Which one fits depends on where you're going once you land.
| Airport | To Beverly Hills | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Van Nuys (VNY) | 11 mi | This page |
| Burbank (BUR) | 9 mi | Close to the studios and Hollywood. |
| John Wayne (SNA) | 41 mi | Serves Orange County. Known for strict noise rules that limit departure times. |
Distances in a straight line from Beverly Hills. Driving takes longer, especially at rush hour.
Other private jet airports nearby
- Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Los Angeles: about 8 miles away.
- John Wayne Airport (SNA), Los Angeles: about 51 miles away.
- Henderson Executive Airport (HND), Las Vegas: about 225 miles away.
- Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), Las Vegas: about 229 miles away.
When Los Angeles gets busy
- Award season in February and March gets busy.
- Holiday weekends fill up early.
On those dates, aircraft and parking at Van Nuys fill up early and quotes climb. Booking two to three weeks ahead helps.
Questions about Van Nuys
How far is Van Nuys from Beverly Hills?
About 11 miles in a straight line. Driving time depends on traffic.
Which routes use Van Nuys?
On this site: New York to Los Angeles, Los Angeles to New York, Los Angeles to Las Vegas, Las Vegas to Los Angeles, Los Angeles to Aspen, Los Angeles to Scottsdale, Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles to Seattle, Los Angeles to Denver, Dallas to Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles, Los Angeles to Miami.
Is Van Nuys only for private jets?
No. It also handles other traffic, but private jets use dedicated terminals (FBOs) on the field.
What are the alternatives to Van Nuys for Los Angeles?
Burbank (BUR), about 9 miles from Beverly Hills, John Wayne (SNA), about 41 miles from Beverly Hills.
Codes: IATA VNY, ICAO KVNY. Coordinates, elevation and runways from OurAirports open data. See also the guide to charter fees, including landing and handling charges.