Charter Burbank to Oakland privately from US$10,000, about 1h 08m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Burbank (VNY) to Oakland (OAK), and from Oakland (OAK) back to Burbank (VNY).
The straight-line distance between Burbank and Oakland is about 515 km (320 miles), or 278 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Burbank–Oakland spans US$10,000 – US$22,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 04m | 58 min – 1h 10m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 08m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 06m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 04m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 04m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 03m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 00m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Burbank and Oakland are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
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.
Oakland, United States: Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Moffett Federal Airfield, Hayward Executive Airport, Mineta San Jose International Airport and Buchanan Field.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Burbank: Van Nuys (VNY), Burbank (BUR), Lancaster (WJF); Oakland: Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO), Hayward (HWD), Concord (CCR).
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.
Sat 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 → Oakland | 1250 | 53 min | 43 min | Cessna Citation Ultra (124), Gulfstream 4 (119), Gulfstream 5 (99), Bombardier Challenger 350 (84) |
| Oakland → Burbank | 1430 | 51 min | — | Cessna Citation Ultra (164), Gulfstream 4 (114), Embraer Phenom 300 (105), Gulfstream 5 (78) |
2680 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Van Nuys Airport | Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KVNY / VNY | KOAK / OAK |
| Longest hard runway | 8,001 ft | 10,520 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 802 ft | 9 ft |
| Distance from city | 12 km | in the city |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Burbank to Oakland can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Van Nuys Airport has 8,001 ft and Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport 10,520 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 515 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) · San Francisco International Airport (11,870 ft, 18 km) · Moffett Federal Airfield (9,197 ft, 37 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 11 km) · Mineta San Jose International Airport (11,000 ft, 47 km)
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
The Burbank to Oakland route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$22,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 08m gate to gate across the 515 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Burbank–Oakland charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Burbank–Oakland charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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