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 |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Burbank to Imperial can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Van Nuys Airport has 8,001 ft and El Centro NAF Airport (Vraciu Field) 9,503 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 303 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) · 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 gate to gate 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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