"The City of Newport Beach" July 2014 photo by Don Ramey Logan

Private Jet Charter to Newport Beach

John Wayne Airport is about 10 minutes from Newport Beach, one of the shortest airport drives in Southern California.

Main airport
SNA / KSNA
Elevation
56 ft
Longest runway
02L/20R (5,700 ft)
Customs
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Flying Private to Newport Beach

John Wayne has strict noise rules and an overnight curfew. Long Beach, about 30 minutes north, is more flexible for larger jets and late departures.

Newport Coast, Balboa Island and Corona del Mar draw visitors year-round.

Newport Beach Airports for Private Jets

Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.

Newport Beach is served by the same airports as Orange County. Runways, customs and local rules are covered in each airport guide and in our Orange County guide.

Before You Book Newport Beach

The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.

Curfew

John Wayne restricts departures overnight; plan evening flights accordingly.

Airport Choice

John Wayne for most trips; Long Beach for heavy jets or late departures.

When Demand Peaks in Newport Beach

Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.

Summer
Peak beach and boating season.
December
The Christmas Boat Parade.

Flight Times and Prices to Newport Beach

Flights to Newport Beach land at John Wayne (SNA), the same as for Orange County. See flight times and prices from major cities in our Orange County guide, or estimate your exact trip.

Newport Beach Private Jet Questions

Which airport is closest to Newport Beach?

John Wayne (SNA), about 10 minutes away.

How long is a private flight from Newport Beach to Aspen?

About 1 hr 50 min from John Wayne in a light jet.