Sand Hill Road's Private Airfield — VC & Tech Executive Service
Palo Alto Airport is the closest airfield to Sand Hill Road, Stanford University, and the heart of Silicon Valley's venture capital community. With a 2,443-foot runway and the same 12,500 lb restriction as San Carlos, PAO serves turboprop and light piston aircraft. It's the departure point of choice for VC partners and tech executives who value proximity over runway length.
Runways
Single runway, 2,443 ft
Aircraft
Light piston and turboprops only
Best For
Venture capital partners
Address: 1903 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303
Phone: (650) 856-2200
Hours: Business hours
Aircraft management, fuel services, and ground support. Located on Embarcadero Road near the Baylands.
Ideal for Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Mountain View destinations. US-101 northbound to SF can be heavy during rush hour.
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sand Hill Road | 3 mi | 5-8 min |
| Stanford University | 2 mi | 5 min |
| Downtown San Francisco | 33 mi | 35-50 min |
| San Jose | 15 mi | 20-25 min |
| Napa Valley | 75 mi | 80-100 min |
Small GA airport with straightforward access. Chauffeurs pull up directly to the terminal/ramp area. No commercial security to navigate. Quick in-and-out.
Call us or book online. Available 24/7 for private aviation clients.