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Van Nuys Airport.
Van Nuys, California · 802 ft elevation. 29 charter operators based here.
4.6/5
Google rating
300 ratings
29
Operators based
802
Elevation ft
Google rating
Google reviews
Based operators
FBOs on field
Field elevation
Field standing
#37 / 152
California airports by Google rating
4.6★ across 300 Google ratings , ranked against 152 rated CA fields.
29 operators
Charter fleet based on the field
More resident charter operators than 100% of the 651 US fields with a based fleet on the register.
7 nm
To the nearest alternate
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), 6 fields within 50 nm.
Overview
Located in Van Nuys, California, Van Nuys Airport (KVNY / VNY) operates as a large commercial airport. Field elevation is 802 feet above sea level. Free of scheduled airline operations, it serves business aviation, charter flights, and local general aviation.
For charter flyers, VNY is a home base: 24/7 Jet, AAC JET (Operated by Mira Vista Aviation), and Aero operate from the field, 29 in all. The closest alternate fields are Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR, 7 nm), Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO, 12 nm), and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX, 17 nm). The field has 2 runways, the longest 8,001-foot paved runway, long enough for charter aircraft up to VIP airliners.
Charter travelers heading this way can start with the Van Nuys, CA destination guide for route and aircraft recommendations. Browse operators flying from the area or estimate a trip cost from VNY to plan your flight.
5 FBOs serve KVNY. Run one? Become the preferred FBO
Ramp services
FBOs on the field
Clay Lacy Aviation Van Nuys
Pro listing
You can expect warm and friendly service from our dedicated and experienced team, with our highest priority being the safety of you and your aircraft. Our private terminal at Van Nuys Airport delivers competitive fuel prices, towing and parking, 24/7 security, and a team of experts who anticipate your needs. Arrive and depart in total privacy.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24/7
- Unicom 130.35
- Executive lounge
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- Restrooms
- +12 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Castle & Cooke Aviation Van Nuys
Your FBO? Claim it, freeThe Castle & Cooke Aviation location at Van Nuys Airport is a state of the art facility just miles from the heart of the City of Angels. Whether you choose to hold a meeting in our spacious and comfortable conference rooms or venture out for a Dodger’s game, our staff will handle the details.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24 hours
- Unicom 128.95
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- +14 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Jet Aviation Van Nuys
Your FBO? Claim it, freeAn icon of stage and screen, Los Angeles is a fusion of silver screen glamour and neighborhood charm. From Santa Monica to Malibu, Pasadena to the San Fernando Valley, this Californian city offers a gateway to the entertainment capital of America. Since 2019, our sustainably built FBO has warmly welcomed you to the west coast of America.
- Fuel
- Hangar
- Monday – Sunday: 24 hours
- Unicom 131.4
- Executive lounge
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Car rental
- Restrooms
- Hotel help
- Hangar
- Maintenance
- +7 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Signature Flight Support Van Nuys East Terminal
Your FBO? Claim it, freeAt the heart of the film and television industry, Van Nuys is centered in the heart of Los Angeles. Near the iconic Hollywood Sign, Warner Brothers, Universal and Paramount Pictures are based here. Stroll down the walk of fame and see thousands of celebrates who have shaped and influenced the world. Looking to catch some waves?
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24/7
- Unicom 129.02
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- +20 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Signature Flight Support Van Nuys West Terminal
Your FBO? Claim it, freeAt the heart of the film and television industry, Van Nuys is centered in the heart of Los Angeles. Near the iconic Hollywood Sign, Warner Brothers, Universal and Paramount Pictures are based here. Stroll down the walk of fame and see thousands of celebrates who have shaped and influenced the world. Looking to catch some waves?
- Fuel
- Hangar
- 24/7
- Unicom 130.57
- Executive lounge
- Customs
- Conference room
- Wi-Fi
- Cafe
- Vending
- Courtesy car
- Car rental
- +21 more
- Phone
- Website
- Address
Directory data, unpaid. FBOs can take the Preferred slot above.
Field capability
ICAO
KVNY
IATA
VNY
FAA / Local
VNY
Elevation
802 ft
Coordinates
34.2098° N · 118.4900° W
Airspace
D · DeltaClass D, DeltaA control tower runs the immediate airspace. Pilots establish two-way radio contact before entering, typical for busy business-aviation fields.Source: FAA NASR class airspace
Size
Large
Scheduled svc
No
Elevation vs CA fields
state range -210–7,135 ft
At 802 ft, VNY sits higher than 68% of the 164 California fields on the register.
Runways & aircraft access
2 runways
longest 8,001 ft
- 16R/34L8,001 ft × 150 ftAsphaltLighted
- 16L/34R4,013 ft × 75 ftAsphaltLighted
Which aircraft can operate here
vs longest paved runway 8,001 ft
VNY's 8,001 ft paved runway typically supports charter aircraft up to VIP airliners.
- Turboprop3,000 ft
- Light Jet3,500 ft
- Midsize Jet4,500 ft
- Super-Midsize Jet5,000 ft
- Heavy Jet5,500 ft
- VIP Airliner6,000 ft
Class minimums are sea-level planning rules of thumb. A specific aircraft's balanced-field length varies with weight, temperature, and field elevation. Confirm performance with the operator.
Based charter operators29
- Clay Lacy Aviation, Inc.Van Nuys, CA · Part 1354.0(91)38 aircraft · KVNY
- Silver AirSanta Barbara, CA · Part 1354.0(8)29 aircraft · KVNY
- Prime Jet, LLCEnglewood, CO · Part 1354.1(10)18 aircraft · KVNY
- Dreamline Aviation, LLCVan Nuys, CA · Part 1355.0(5)15 aircraft · KVNY
- Trans-Exec Air Service, Inc.Van Nuys, CA · Part 1358 aircraft · KVNY
- Chrysler Aviation, IncVan Nuys · Part 1353.0(2)7 aircraft · KVNY
- Air 7 LLCLos Angeles, CA · Part 1354.6(29)5 aircraft · KVNY
- Aircraft Transport ServiceMelbourne, FL · Part 1355.0(4)5 aircraft · KVNY
- Corsair Aviation, LLCVan Nuys · Part 1354.8(38)4 aircraft · KVNY
- Golden State Jet, LLC (Avion Jet Charter)Van Nuys · Part 1355.0(1)2 aircraft · KVNY
- FlyHouseScottsdale, AZ · Part 1352 aircraft · KVNY
- Lynk Air, LLCCoupeville, WA · Part 1353.8(10)1 aircraft · KVNY
- Cove Aviation Partners LLCLos Angeles, CA · Part 1353.0(2)1 aircraft · KVNY
- Jet Set AircraftVan Nuys · Part 1355.0(1)1 aircraft · KVNY
- Let's Jett, IncVan Nuys, CA · Part 1355.0(1)1 aircraft · KVNY
- Clipper Aviation Charter, LLCVan Nuys, CA · Part 1354.9(128)KVNY
- Helinet Aviation Services, LLCVan Nuys · Part 1354.2(30)KVNY
- Elite AviationVan Nuys · Part 1354.8(25)KVNY
- Pegasus Elite AviationVan Nuys, CA · Part 1354.8(25)KVNY
- Planet 9Van Nuys, CA · Part 1354.7(24)KVNY
- AeroVan Nuys, CA · Part 1354.8(13)KVNY
- 24/7 JetVAN NUYS, CA · Part 1355.0(1)KVNY
- AAC JET (Operated by Mira Vista Aviation)Irvine, CA · Part 1355.0(1)KVNY
- XCEL JETCamarillo, CA · Part 1355.0(1)KVNY
- Business Aviation SolutionsVan Nuys · Part 135KVNY
- Jet 60 LLCVan Nuys · Part 135KVNY
- NEXjet CorporationLong Beach, CA · Part 135KVNY
- Skybird AviationVan Nuys, CA · Part 135KVNY
- Style Aviation Services, Inc.Van Nuys · Part 135KVNY
Access & alternates
Closest alternate fields by great-circle distance, every listing links to its own field brief.
- 7nmBURHollywood Burbank AirportBurbank
- 12nmSMOSanta Monica Municipal AirportSanta Monica
- 17nmLAXLos Angeles International AirportLos Angeles
- 19nmHHRJack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal AirportHawthorne
- 29nmLGBLong Beach International AirportLong Beach
- 30nmKCMACamarillo International AirportCamarillo
Destinations served
Location
Open the full mapKVNY · Van Nuys Airport · Van Nuys, CA
From the ramp
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Flight times from here
Approximate nonstop block times from VNY on a typical midsize charter jet. Faster classes trim these; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.
| Destination | Distance | Block time |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 199 nm | 52m |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 279 nm | 1h 3m |
| Scottsdale (SCF) | 330 nm | 1h 10m |
| Salt Lake City (SLC) | 502 nm | 1h 34m |
| Aspen (ASE) | 634 nm | 1h 52m |
| Vail / Eagle (EGE) | 643 nm | 1h 54m |
| Jackson Hole (JAC) | 670 nm | 1h 57m |
| Denver (DEN) | 743 nm | 2h 8m |
Common questions
- What size private jets can use VNY?
- Van Nuys Airport's longest paved runway is 8,001 ft, which typically supports charter aircraft up to VIP airliners. Lighter classes (turboprops, light and midsize jets) operate comfortably; confirm exact performance for a specific tail with the operator, since balanced-field length shifts with weight, temperature, and elevation.
- What is the longest runway at VNY?
- Van Nuys Airport has 2 runways; the longest measures 8,001 ft on a paved surface and is lit for night operations.
- Are there charter operators based at VNY?
- Yes. 29 charter operators list Van Nuys Airport as a home base, including 24/7 Jet, AAC JET (Operated by Mira Vista Aviation), Aero. You can also request quotes from operators that reposition aircraft into the field.
- Which FBOs are at Van Nuys Airport?
- 5 FBOs serve VNY: Clay Lacy Aviation Van Nuys, Castle & Cooke Aviation Van Nuys, Jet Aviation Van Nuys, Signature Flight Support Van Nuys East Terminal and Signature Flight Support Van Nuys West Terminal. Phone, website, hours, unicom and services for each are listed on this page. Call ahead for fuel, ramp space, and ground handling.
- What is the nearest major airport to VNY?
- The closest alternate is Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), about 7 nm away, followed by Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) at 12 nm. Operators often position aircraft between these fields depending on ramp space and availability.
- How long is a flight from VNY to major cities?
- Typical block times on a midsize jet: San Francisco about 1h 3m (279 nm), Scottsdale about 1h 10m (330 nm), Salt Lake City about 1h 34m (502 nm). Faster classes trim these times; add positioning and taxi for the real schedule.