Van Nuys Airport — Van Nuys, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereVan Nuys Airport in Van Nuys uses the IATA code VNY, with KVNY as its ICAO identifier.
Distance & flight time from VNY
Van Nuys Airport
Van Nuys Airport, located in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, California, ranks among the busiest general aviation airports in the world. VNY handles no scheduled commercial airline service, instead catering almost exclusively to private jets, corporate charters, flight training operations, and helicopter traffic. The airport's proximity to Hollywood and affluent Los Angeles communities has made it a favored hub for celebrity and executive travel for decades. Van Nuys features two runways and extensive hangar and fixed-base operator facilities supporting a dense concentration of business aviation companies. Historically significant, the airport dates back to the 1920s and has long played a role in California's aviation manufacturing and military history.
Runways at Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16L/34R | 4013 ft (1223 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASP |
| 16R/34L | 8001 ft (2439 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SOCAL APP/DEP | 120.4 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.45 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.6 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.3 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.3 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.2 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
- Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (BUR) — 12.2 km (7.6 mi)
- Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) — 21.9 km (13.6 mi)
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) — 30.7 km (19.1 mi)
- Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR) — 35.0 km (21.7 mi)
- Long Beach International Airport (LGB) — 53.8 km (33.4 mi)
- Point Mugu Naval Air Station (Naval Base Ventura Co) (NTD) — 58.9 km (36.6 mi)
- Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (PMD) — 59.6 km (37.0 mi)
- General William J Fox Airfield (WJF) — 64.1 km (39.8 mi)
Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is one of the world's busiest general aviation fields, serving Los Angeles's private jet, corporate charter, and flight training traffic rather than scheduled airlines.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Van Nuys Airport?
The IATA code for Van Nuys Airport is VNY.
What is the ICAO code for Van Nuys Airport?
The ICAO code for Van Nuys Airport is KVNY. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.