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Los Angeles area's convenient alternative to LAX.
Opened
1930
Location
Burbank, United States
Hollywood Burbank Airport, officially named Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport, is a public airport located in Burbank, California, serving the Greater Los Angeles area. It operates as a reliever airport for Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), offering shorter security lines and easier access for passengers in the San Fernando Valley and surrounding communities.
The airport is owned and operated by the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority, a joint powers authority formed by the three cities it serves. It handles several million passengers annually and focuses primarily on domestic routes.
The facility has undergone various renovation discussions and proposals over the years, including plans for a new terminal to replace aging infrastructure. It is named in honor of comedian and entertainer Bob Hope, who was a longtime resident of the Toluca Lake area adjacent to Burbank.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building with multiple gates serving domestic airlines.
Getting to & from
Ground transportation options include the Burbank Airport Metrolink/Amtrak station nearby, local bus service, taxis, rideshares, and car rentals.
Airlines here
Major carriers serving BUR include Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta Air Lines.
Notable facts
- ›Named after entertainer Bob Hope, a longtime Burbank-area resident.
- ›Owned by the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority, a tri-city joint powers authority.
- ›One of the few major U.S. airports with a nearby Amtrak/Metrolink rail station.
- ›Subject to a nighttime curfew limiting flight operations due to community noise concerns.
- ›Serves as a popular alternative to LAX for travelers in the San Fernando Valley.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
