California’s busiest business route, without the lines. Fly from Van Nuys to the Bay Area in about an hour and land at the airport closest to your meeting – San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose or Napa for wine country.
Route at a glance
| Distance | approx. 520 km (280 NM) |
|---|---|
| Flight time, turboprop | approx. 1h20 |
| Flight time, light jet | approx. 1h05 |
| From | Van Nuys (VNY), Burbank (BUR), Los Angeles International (LAX) |
| To | San Francisco (SFO), Oakland (OAK), San Jose (SJC), Napa (APC) |
Which jet?
- Turboprop (e.g. King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12) – up to 8 passengers, ideal and economical on short hops.
- Light jet (e.g. Citation CJ3, Phenom 300) – up to 6–7 passengers, the most economical choice.See all light jets →
- Midsize jet (e.g. Citation XLS, Learjet 75) – up to 8 passengers with a stand-up cabin on some models.See all midsize jets →
Airports
Van Nuys is one of the busiest private aviation airports in the world and convenient for the Westside and the Valley. In the Bay Area, San Jose is closest to Silicon Valley, San Francisco and Oakland serve the city, and Napa is the gateway to wine country.
Frequently asked questions
Which Bay Area airport should I choose?
San Jose for Silicon Valley, San Francisco or Oakland for the city, Napa for wine country. We will suggest the best option for your address.
Can I fly there and back in one day?
Yes, the aircraft can wait for you.
Is a turboprop a good option?
Yes, on this distance it is only a few minutes slower than a light jet and usually more economical.
Distances and flight times are approximate and depend on aircraft, winds and routing. Every flight within the United States is operated by FAA Part 135 certified air operators.
