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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Van Nuys travel guide

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You're Going to Love Van Nuys

With a population of 136,443, Van Nuys is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Van Nuys has to offer.

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When to visit Van Nuys

Van Nuys in July
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel
Van Nuys in July
Estimated hotel price
$137
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Van Nuys in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 3.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Van Nuys, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Van Nuys

Plane

When flying to Van Nuys, you’ll arrive at Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Van Nuys include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Van Nuys departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Van Nuys. The train journey from Van Nuys to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Luis Obispo, expect to pay about $54 for a 5h 32m trip. The train station in Van Nuys is called Van Nuys, and is located 1.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Van Nuys is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 12 miles from Van Nuys. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Van Nuys, you’ll arrive at Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Van Nuys include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Van Nuys departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Van Nuys. The train journey from Van Nuys to San Diego takes 2h 56m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Luis Obispo, expect to pay about $54 for a 5h 32m trip. The train station in Van Nuys is called Van Nuys, and is located 1.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Van Nuys is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 12 miles from Van Nuys. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Van Nuys

LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
BURBurbank Bob Hope

Airlines serving Van Nuys

KLM
Good (1,442 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,744 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,690 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,093 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,200 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,856 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,098 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,195 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,648 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,660 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,141 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,353 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,175 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,436 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Van Nuys

Most booked hotels in Van Nuys

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Hotel Amarano Burbank-Hollywood
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 764 reviews)
$242+
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Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 4050 reviews)
$207+
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Hotel Burbank
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1511 reviews)
$132+
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Sheraton Universal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2359 reviews)
$217+
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Ramada by Wyndham Burbank Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1891 reviews)
$127+
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Sunshine La Bnb
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 23 reviews)
$168+
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Renting a car in Van Nuys

Renting a car in Van Nuys costs $49 per day, on average, or $245 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Van Nuys (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Van Nuys, while also 82% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Van Nuys costs $49 per day, on average, or $245 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.14 per gallon in Van Nuys (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $37.70 and $50.27. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Van Nuys, while also 82% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Van Nuys

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$27/day

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Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$33/day

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