Burbank is a small airport located north of Los Angeles and has a strong Southwest and private jet share of the operations. The short runways, houses, and tall mountains on every side of the airport, its always a challenge and fun to fly into.

Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), also known as Bob Hope Airport, is considered a "small" airport primarily in comparison to its massive neighbor, LAX. While it handles over 6 million passengers annually, its physical footprint is much more compact, featuring only 14 gates in its current terminals. For travelers, its "smallness" is its greatest asset: you can often get from the curb to your gate in under 15 minutes, and the walk from the plane to the baggage claim is remarkably short. In 2026, Burbank is undergoing a major modernization called "Elevate BUR," which is building a new 14-gate replacement terminal to open late in the year, but the airport has committed to maintaining its "convenience-first" atmosphere. It is a high-value peer tip to use Burbank if you are staying in Hollywood, Glendale, or the San Fernando Valley, as you will avoid the notorious "LAX Horseshoe" traffic and the stress of a multi-terminal hub, making it arguably the most user-friendly airport in Southern California.