Private charter between Burbank and Imperial starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Burbank (VNY) ⇄ Imperial (NJK) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Burbank and Imperial lie approximately 303 km apart (188 mi / 164 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Burbank and Imperial, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 49 min | 44 min – 54 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 00m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 57 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 49 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 48 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 47 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Burbank–Imperial charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Burbank, United States: Van Nuys Airport, Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport, Long Beach International Airport and General William J Fox Airfield.
Imperial, United States: El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field), Imperial County Airport and General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport.
| Van Nuys Airport | El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KVNY / VNY | KNJK / NJK |
| Longest hard runway | 8,001 ft | 9,503 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Porous friction course |
| Field elevation | 802 ft | -42 ft |
| Distance from city | 12 km | 9 km |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (6,886 ft, 0 km) · Los Angeles International Airport (12,894 ft, 29 km) · Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (12,002 ft, 54 km) · Long Beach International Airport (10,000 ft, 47 km) · Imperial County Airport (5,308 ft, 0 km) · General Rodolfo Sánchez Taboada International Airport (8,530 ft, 38 km) · Calexico International Airport (4,683 ft, 19 km) · Brawley Municipal Airport (4,166 ft, 18 km)
Choose your wheels-up time — Burbank–Imperial runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 00m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Burbank and Imperial.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$10,000 – US$15,500 range for Burbank–Imperial, confirmed once we check live availability.
Demand on Burbank–Imperial comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 00m in the air over 303 km (188 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Burbank–Imperial charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Burbank–Imperial charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Imperial to Burbank runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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