Van Nuys Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 12m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Van Nuys Airport
Van Nuys Airport is a public airport in the Van Nuys neighborhood of the City of Los Angeles. The airport is operated by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), a branch of the Los Angeles city government, which also operates Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Van Nuys is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the world, with the airport's two parallel runways averaging over 230,000 takeoffs and landings annually.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KVNYLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16R / 34L▸ displaced | 8,001 ft / 2,439 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 16L / 34R▸ displaced | 4,013 ft / 1,223 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SOCAL APP/DEP | 120.400 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 118.450 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.600 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.300 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.300 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 120.200 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (5)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (11)
Arrivals (STARs) (9)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BURBANK CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 4800 ft MSL |
| VAN NUYS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| VAN NUYS CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Plaza Tower II | 600 ft | 282 ft | — |
| Century Plaza Tower I | 600 ft | 272 ft | — |
| Century Plaza Tower II | 574 ft | 256 ft | — |
| Century Plaza Tower I | 571 ft | 259 ft | — |
| SunAmerica Center | 541 ft | 259 ft | — |
| The Century | 505 ft | 302 ft | — |
| Constellation Place | 495 ft | 266 ft | — |
| Universal City Plaza | 495 ft | 505 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Van Nuys Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Van Nuys Airport?
The ICAO code for Van Nuys Airport is KVNY, and its IATA code is VNY.
Where is Van Nuys Airport located?
Van Nuys Airport is medium airport located in Van Nuys, United States, at an elevation of 802 ft (244 m).
How many runways does Van Nuys Airport have?
Van Nuys Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 8,001 ft / 2,439 m.
What time zone is Van Nuys Airport in?
Van Nuys Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Van Nuys Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Van Nuys Airport is approximately 11.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Van Nuys Airport?
The nearest airport to Van Nuys Airport is Whiteman Airport (WHP), about 4.8 nm to the ne, followed by Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport and Santa Monica Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Van Nuys Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.