Private charter between Burbank and Sacramento starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Burbank (VNY) to Sacramento (MCC) and Sacramento to Burbank — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Burbank to Sacramento is roughly 560 kilometres — 348 miles, or 302 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Burbank to Sacramento (and Sacramento to Burbank) ranges from US$10,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$23,000 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 12m | 1h 05m – 1h 19m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | US$11,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 12m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 10m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 08m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 08m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 07m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 04m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
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–Sacramento 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.
Sacramento, United States: McClellan Airfield, Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento Mather Airport, Sacramento Executive Airport, Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport and Yuba County Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Burbank: Van Nuys (VNY), Burbank (BUR), Lancaster (WJF); Sacramento: Sacramento (MHR, MCC, SAC, SMF), Davis/Woodland/Winters (KDWA).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Mon, most often around 00:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Sun is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burbank → Sacramento | 168 | 58 min | 47 min | Embraer Phenom 100 (15), Embraer Phenom 300 (13), Pilatus PC-12 (11), Cessna Citation CJ3 (11) |
| Sacramento → Burbank | 170 | 57 min | — | Pilatus PC-12 (15), Embraer Phenom 300 (14), Cessna Citation XLS (13), Embraer Phenom 100 (12) |
338 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Van Nuys Airport | McClellan Airfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KVNY / VNY | KMCC / MCC |
| Longest hard runway | 8,001 ft | 10,599 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 802 ft | 77 ft |
| Distance from city | 12 km | 17 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Burbank to Sacramento can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Van Nuys Airport has 8,001 ft and McClellan Airfield 10,599 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 560 km.
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) · Sacramento International Airport (8,605 ft, 0 km) · Sacramento Mather Airport (11,301 ft, 30 km) · Sacramento Executive Airport (5,503 ft, 22 km) · Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport (6,000 ft, 26 km)
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Choose your wheels-up time — Burbank–Sacramento runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 12m to your destination. That's the full journey.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Burbank–Sacramento is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$10,000 – US$23,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 12m gate to gate over 560 km (348 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Burbank–Sacramento departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Burbank–Sacramento charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Sacramento to Burbank runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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