Long Beach International Airport

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Long Beach Airport is a premier private aviation gateway to Southern California, located 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles and 25 miles from Orange County. LGB's 10,000-foot primary runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP airliners. The airport serves executives traveling to Long Beach, the Port of Long Beach, and the Los Angeles South Bay area, as well as visitors attending events at the Long Beach Convention Center or the annual Grand Prix of Long Beach. With significantly less congestion than LAX and strict noise abatement rules that limit commercial operations, LGB offers a refined private aviation experience. Estimated charter rates to Long Beach: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

Long Beach has some of the strictest noise abatement rules of any U.S. airport, with quota-based operations that limit the number of nightly flights. This makes LGB remarkably quiet and uncongested. For clients heading to Newport Beach, Palos Verdes, or Long Beach itself, LGB often beats LAX for door-to-door time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Long Beach Airport?

Yes. Long Beach's 10,000-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets including the Gulfstream G650, Bombardier Global 7500, and VIP-configured airliners like the Boeing BBJ.

How far is Long Beach Airport from Disneyland?

Long Beach Airport is approximately 20 miles from Disneyland in Anaheim, typically a 30-minute drive. It's also 20 miles from downtown Los Angeles and 15 miles from Newport Beach.

Does Long Beach Airport have noise restrictions?

Yes. LGB enforces some of the nation's strictest noise abatement rules, with quota-based operations and nightly curfews. Our team handles all scheduling coordination to ensure compliance.