Which airport should I fly into for Sherman Oaks?

For long-haul and international flights, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the main gateway near Sherman Oaks. The closest airport, Van Nuys Airport (VNY), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Sherman Oaks?

The nearest is about 5 mi (8 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Sherman Oaks?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Sherman Oaks

The closest airports to Sherman Oaks, California: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Sherman Oaks, California is Van Nuys Airport (VNY), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
VNY	Van Nuys AirportVan Nuys, United States	5 mi / 8 km	17 min	Regional
BUR	Bob Hope AirportBurbank, United States	6 mi / 10 km	21 min	Regional
WHP	Whiteman AirportLos Angeles, United States	7 mi / 12 km	25 min	Regional
SMO	Santa Monica Municipal AirportSanta Monica, United States	9 mi / 15 km	32 min	Regional
LAX	Los Angeles International AirportLos Angeles, United States	15 mi / 24 km	29 min	International
HHR	Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal AirportHawthorne, United States	17 mi / 27 km	32 min	Regional
CPM	Compton Woodley AirportCompton, United States	22 mi / 35 km	42 min	Regional
EMT	San Gabriel Valley AirportEl Monte, United States	24 mi / 39 km	47 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is the most convenient at about 5 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) (15 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Sherman Oaks. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with VNY.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near VNY saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Other cities these airports serve

Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Sherman Oaks is Van Nuys Airport (VNY), about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 17 min by road.