Los Angeles (Van Nuys, CA) · USA · North America
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Van Nuys (VNY) is the world's busiest general aviation airport in the western hemisphere by movements — approximately 400+ private jet operations per day. 20 miles northwest of downtown LA + 15 min from Beverly Hills. 5+ FBOs serve Hollywood, entertainment industry, tech + finance clientele. All 24/7 operations.
Busiest general aviation airport in western US
Distance to city
20 miles / 25 min to Beverly Hills, 30 min to downtown LA (traffic-dependent). 15 min to Universal Studios.
FBOs
4 terminals
Restrictions
Voluntary noise abatement 22:00-07:00. Stage 3 aircraft restricted overnight.
Peak season
Awards season Jan-March (Oscars, Grammys, Golden Globes). Coachella April. Super Bowl LA-hosted years.
Cheapest fuel
Clay Lacy Aviation (competitive with Signature)
Best for celebs
Clay Lacy or Signature Presidential (dedicated celebrity terminal)
FBOs at Van Nuys Airport
Signature Flight Support Van Nuys
Signature Aviation
🕒 24/7
⭐ High-profile (celebrity terminal)
Largest FBO at VNY. Presidential Suite for VIP + celebrity arrivals with dedicated entrance.
Aircraft
All aircraft up to BBJ/ACJ
Handling
24/7 handling + US Customs
Amenities
Full-service terminalCrew restPassenger loungeBusiness centreShowersConciergeHangarCateringPresidential terminal (celebrity)
Clay Lacy Aviation
Clay Lacy (family-owned) · Since 1968
🕒 24/7
🔀 Both — flexible
Founded 1968 by legendary Clay Lacy. One of oldest + most respected FBOs. Full-service including MRO + charter.
Aircraft
All aircraft up to BBJ/ACJ
Handling
24/7 handling + US Customs
Amenities
Historic FBOFull terminalCharter fleetConciergeMaintenanceHangarDiscreet arrivalsPrivate lounges
JetSuite Van Nuys
JetSuite (acquired by Delta 2020)
🕒 24/7
🥷 Discreet (best for privacy)
Aircraft
All aircraft up to BBJ/ACJ
Handling
24/7 handling
Amenities
Modern terminalCrew restPassenger loungeConciergeHangarCharter
Airflite Van Nuys
Airflite (Jetstream Aviation Group)
🕒 24/7
🔀 Both — flexible
Smaller boutique FBO. Preferred by some celebrities for lower visibility.
Aircraft
Up to heavy jets
Handling
24/7 handling
Amenities
TerminalCrew loungePassenger loungeConciergeHangar
Book a private jet to VNY
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Frequently asked about VNY
Which is the best FBO at Van Nuys?
Signature (Presidential Suite for VIPs) or Clay Lacy (historic, discreet, full service). Both preferred by celebrities + entertainment industry. Signature has newest terminal, Clay Lacy has deepest heritage + charter fleet.
Van Nuys or Burbank for LA private jets?
Van Nuys (VNY) has the most FBOs + operators + slot availability — the standard. Burbank (BUR) is closer to Warner Bros/NBC + fewer restrictions but shares with commercial. Choose based on final destination.
How do I get from Van Nuys to Beverly Hills?
25 min drive via 405 Freeway (traffic-dependent, can be 45 min peak). All FBOs arrange car service. Rental cars available on-site.
What aircraft can land at Van Nuys?
All business jets including Gulfstream G650, Bombardier Global 7500 (VNY handles the largest business jets). 8,001ft runway is more than enough for any private jet.
Awards season FBO availability?
Book 2-4 weeks ahead for Oscar/Grammy/Golden Globe weekends. Signature Presidential Suite books first (celebrity preference). Post-ceremony Sunday-Monday sees high volume.