Fly private between Burbank and San Jose from US$10,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Burbank (VNY) to San Jose (NUQ) and San Jose to Burbank — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Burbank and San Jose is about 480 km (298 miles), or 259 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Burbank and San Jose, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 04m | 58 min – 1h 10m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 21m | 1h 13m – 1h 29m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 04m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 02m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 01m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 01m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 59 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 57 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 21m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 17m | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
The guide range for Burbank–San Jose is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
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.
San Jose, United States: Moffett Federal Airfield, Mineta San Jose International Airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Hayward Executive Airport and Livermore Municipal Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Burbank: Van Nuys (VNY), Burbank (BUR), Lancaster (WJF), Palmdale (PMD); San Jose: San Jose (SJC), Mountain View (NUQ), Livermore (LVK).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, 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 → San Jose | 1271 | 48 min | 41 min | Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (175), Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (112), Gulfstream 5 (81), Gulfstream G650 (71) |
| San Jose → Burbank | 1434 | 48 min | — | Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (268), Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (95), Cessna Citation Latitude (87), Cessna Citation Ultra (80) |
2705 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Van Nuys Airport | Moffett Federal Airfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KVNY / VNY | KNUQ / NUQ |
| Longest hard runway | 8,001 ft | 9,197 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 802 ft | 32 ft |
| Distance from city | 12 km | 12 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Burbank to San Jose can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Van Nuys Airport has 8,001 ft and Moffett Federal Airfield 9,197 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 480 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) · Mineta San Jose International Airport (11,000 ft, 0 km) · Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (10,520 ft, 47 km) · San Francisco International Airport (11,870 ft, 49 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 37 km)
We publish the price band (US$10,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Travel Burbank–San Jose with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Demand on Burbank–San Jose 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 very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 04m gate to gate over 480 km (298 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Burbank–San Jose charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: San Jose to Burbank runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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