Hollywood Burbank Airport

What Hollywood Burbank Airport does

Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) is a commercial aviation facility operated by the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority (BGPAA), a joint powers authority formed in 1928 by intergovernmental agreement among the cities of Burbank, Glendale, and Pasadena. The airport has operated for approximately 96 years at its current site at 2627 N Hollywood Way, Burbank, California, and positions itself as the closest LA-area airport to major tourist destinations including Hollywood studios, Universal Studios, and San Fernando Valley attractions. It serves eight major U.S. airlines (Alaska, American, Delta, Frontier, jetBlue, United, Southwest, Spirit) plus cargo, general aviation, and military operations, with 101–250 employees under direct BGPAA employment.

The airport's core product is its terminal and airfield infrastructure, currently being replaced through the $1.3 billion "Elevate BUR" project—a 355,000-square-foot, 14-gate replacement terminal scheduled to open October 2026, funded by approximately $400 million in airport revenue bonds, FAA grants, and airline/user contributions. Supporting infrastructure includes an on-site Regional Intermodal Transportation Center integrating Metrolink, Amtrak, BurbankBus, and MetroBus connections; a new converged 5G and Wi-Fi 7 network deployed by Boingo Wireless; and a multi-year digital advertising network partnership with Clear Channel Outdoor. The airport is also deploying a Clean Fleet Program, having launched four all-electric shuttles in 2025 toward a 50% electrification target.

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of transaction-based streams: passenger facility charges, aircraft landing fees, parking (short-term, long-term, and valet), concessions and retail commissions, ground transportation and rental car customer facility charges, and advertising. The GTM motion is direct-to-consumer via physical terminal operations, with the airport serving both business-to-business airline customers (signatory airline agreements) and end-consumer travelers. The airport holds an ACI Airport Health Accreditation (2021) and is currently flagged by the NTSB as a midair-collision risk hotspot due to short runways and mixed helicopter/airplane traffic.

Name

Hollywood Burbank Airport

Legal name

Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority

Website

https://hollywoodburbankairport.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1928

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) is a 96-year-old regional commercial airport in Burbank, California, operated by the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority. It serves eight major U.S. airlines and is replacing its 1930 terminal with a $1.3B, 14-gate facility opening October 2026.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Airport Operations / Commercial Aviation Services

NAICS

Airport Operations (48811)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Airport Terminal & Aviation Facilities Building Construction (IMAFACAL), Airport Ground Transport Terminals (Rail/Bus/Coach) (THAIALAG), Airport Inter-Terminal & Landside Circulator Shuttles (THAIAFAI)

Keywords

• Commercial aviation services
• Passenger air travel
• Airport ground operations
• Cargo handling services
• General aviation facilities

Headquarters

HQ city

Burbank

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Passenger Facility Charges: Fees collected from passengers using the airport facility
2. Parking Operations: Revenue from short-term parking, long-term parking, and valet parking services
3. Concessions and Retail: Revenue from airport restaurants, shops, and retail spaces operated by third parties
4. Ground Transportation: Fees from rental cars, ridesharing, shuttles, taxis, and public transit connections
5. Advertising: Revenue from digital and traditional advertising throughout airport facilities, managed by Lamar Airport Advertising and Clear Channel Outdoor
6. Aircraft Landing Fees: Fees charged to commercial and general aviation aircraft for landing at the airport
7. Customer Facility Charges: Fees from rental car customers using the Regional Intermodal Transportation Center

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hollywood Burbank Airport operates a commercial aviation facility in Burbank, California, providing passenger terminal services, aircraft landings and takeoffs, on-airport parking, ground transportation access, and concessions. It serves scheduled commercial airlines, cargo carriers, general aviation tenants, and military operations, functioning as a regional aviation gateway for the Los Angeles metro area.

Product overview

Hollywood Burbank Airport operates as a regional airport serving the Los Angeles area, offering a portfolio of passenger services including its flagship Elevate BUR project - a new $1.3 billion replacement terminal (355,000 sq ft, 14 gates) opening October 2026. The airport provides ground transportation services (parking, rental cars, ridesharing, shuttles), airline services, dining and retail, and is implementing modern infrastructure including a Converged 5G/Wi-Fi 7 network (via Boingo Wireless) and digital advertising network (via Clear Channel Outdoor). The airport is also pursuing environmental initiatives including an electric shuttle fleet as part of its Clean Fleet Program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial passenger terminal operations Provides passenger check-in, security screening access, gate areas, and jet bridges for scheduled commercial airline flights serving the Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, and Hollywood corridor.
• On-airport public parking Short-term and long-term parking facilities for airline passengers, visitors, and airport tenants, priced dynamically by stay duration and lot type.
• Cargo and freight handling Air-cargo handling facilities and runway access for cargo carriers such as FedEx and UPS serving the Los Angeles region.
• General aviation facilities Hangars, tie-downs, FBO services, and aviation fuel for private pilots, flight schools, and corporate aircraft operators.
• Terminal concessions (food, beverage, retail) Food, beverage, and retail concession offerings operated by third-party concessionaires within the terminal for the benefit of airline passengers.
• Aircraft landing and ramp services Landing fees, ramp access, and apron services for commercial, cargo, and general aviation aircraft operators.
• Ground transportation and rideshare access Curbside management and staging areas for taxis, rideshares, rental cars, hotel shuttles, and other ground transportation modes serving airline passengers.
• Advertising and media placements Advertising placements throughout the terminal, on airport property, and across digital channels.

Quantifiable outcome

• New terminal construction 32% complete as of March 2025, on track for October 2026 opening
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• Clear Channel OutdoormajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 December 2025Clear Channel Outdoor partnered with Hollywood Burbank Airport to create a modern digital advertising network featuring high-resolution screens and advanced display technology throughout the airport. The partnership is part of the Elevate BUR project for the new terminal opening in October 2026, aiming to position the airport as a prime destination for brands seeking to reach affluent travelers. The eight-year partnership incorporates data-driven campaigns and Hollywood-inspired design elements.
• Boingo WirelessmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2025Hollywood Burbank Airport selected Boingo Wireless to deploy a cutting-edge Converged 5G and Wi-Fi 7 network in its new terminal. This technology partnership enhances connectivity for passengers and operations, preparing the airport for major upcoming events including the FIFA World Cup and 2028 Summer Olympics.
• PasadenacoreOthers · 5 May 2025Hollywood Burbank Airport is co-owned by Pasadena in addition to Burbank and Glendale, governed by the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority (BGPAA). This joint ownership structure represents a regional public infrastructure partnership among the three municipalities.
• Lamar Airport AdvertisingcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLamar Airport Advertising is the current advertising contact for the existing airport facilities, representing the Airport Authority for advertising operations.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Long Beach Airport: Nearby Southern California regional commercial airport of similar scale serving the LA metro; comparable mid-sized terminal, multi-airline service, and convenience-focused positioning versus LAX.
• John Wayne Airport (Orange County): Southern California regional commercial airport serving the LA/Orange County metro with similar gate count, multiple airline service, and a convenience-versus-LAX value proposition comparable to BUR.
• Ontario International Airport: LA-area regional commercial airport competing for Inland Empire and greater LA catchment passengers; comparable size, multi-airline service, and emphasis on convenience over LAX.
• San Diego International Airport: Mid-sized California coastal commercial airport with a constrained single-terminal footprint undergoing major capital improvement, mirroring BUR's terminal-modernization trajectory and multi-airline service mix.
• Dallas Love Field: Mid-sized urban commercial airport serving a major US metro with multiple airline service and convenience-driven positioning relative to a dominant hub (DFW), directly analogous to BUR's relationship with LAX.
• Oakland International Airport: Mid-sized Bay Area commercial airport serving as a convenience alternative to a dominant hub (SFO), with similar scale, multi-airline service, and ongoing terminal/capital investment programs.
• Sacramento International Airport: Mid-sized California capital-region commercial airport with multiple airline service, comparable gate count, and similar O&D-driven passenger profile.
• Chicago Midway International Airport: Mid-sized urban commercial airport serving a major US metro as a convenience alternative to a dominant hub (ORD), with comparable terminal-modernization and non-aeronautical revenue focus.
• San José Mineta International Airport: Mid-sized California commercial airport serving a major metro with multiple airline service, similar scale and capital investment cadence as Hollywood Burbank.

Broad incumbents

• Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): Dominant LA-metro hub airport operated by a public authority (LAWA); directly competes with BUR for passengers in the same catchment but at much larger scale with broader airline and route coverage.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/fly_BUR
• Facebookfacebook.com/hollywoodburbankairport
• Instagraminstagram.com/fly_bur
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hollywood-burbank-airport

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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