Santa Clarita Valley is located approximately 35 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles. The two airports used most often by Santa Clarita residents are Burbank/Bob Hope Airport (BUR) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

To avoid traffic congestion, plan to stay off the Los Angeles freeways as follows: Southbound, 6:00 – 9:00 am; Northbound, 3:00 – 7:00 pm. Specific times for each airport are listed below.

Approximate rates below are one way and do not include tax, tips, and surcharges, unless noted.

Burbank Airport

Burbank Airport is the closest airport to Santa Clarita. The airport is about 23 miles and 30 minutes away. Burbank Airport is small and well-contained, and you will need to allow less time at this airport than at LAX. (In good circumstances, an hour prior to departure time should be ample to check your luggage and go through security.) Check your airline for their suggested arrival times.

Generally the heaviest traffic between Burbank Aiport and Santa Clarita is during the following hours:

• From SCV south to Burbank Airport: 7:00 - 8:00 am; 4:00 - 6:00 pm
  
• From Burbank Airport north to SCV: 4:00 - 6:00 pm
  
  

Private Limousine or Towncar:
$105 - 145 plus gratuity

Airport Shuttle/Shared Van:
$35 and $10 for each additional person for a shared van.

Taxi:
$87 (includes gratuity)

Rental Car:
Renting a car at the airport is one of the most direct ways to get from Burbank to Santa Clarita. Major car rental companies offer one-way rentals. (One-way rentals, without discounts, range about $100 between Burbank and Santa Clarita)

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

LAX is about 43 miles and 46 minutes from Santa Clarita. It is large and often congested. Arrive two hours prior to departure time, as security lines can be extensive. Check your airline for their suggested departure times.

Generally, the heaviest traffic between Santa Clarita and LAX is during the following hours:

• From SCV south to LAX: 6:00 - 9:00 am; 4:00 - 7:00 pm
  
• From LAX north to SCV: 4:00 - 7:00 pm
  
  

Most Economical ride:
Van Nuys Fly Away: From LAX to Van Nuys
Bus Route 798/793 will then transport you to Santa Clarita, but service times are limited. Total transportation cost: $7.00 one way

To continue to Six Flags Magic Mountain, transfer to Route 3/7.

The MetroLink is designed as a commuter service and, therefore, cannot accommodate luggage.

Private Limousine or Towncar:
$105 - 145 plus gratuity

Airport Shuttle/Shared Van:
$50-60, and about $10 for each additional person for a shared van. Airport shuttles have their positives (door-to-door), and work well for trips from Santa Clarita to the airport. But you may be in for a long ride from LAX.

Taxi:
$150 (includes gratuity)

Rental Car:
Santa Clarita offers multiple choices in rental car companies. Major car rental companies offer one-way rentals. (One-way rentals, without discounts, average $100 between Santa Clarita and LAX.)


Please note: Rates quoted were March 2010.