London
Chartering a private jet to London means reaching Europe's leading financial centre with the widest choice of business-aviation airports in the world. From the City to Canary Wharf, the British capital concentrates headquarters, markets and events that make it one of the most sought-after destinations in private aviation. Depending on your meetings, several fields compete to serve you best — from the most discreet to the most international.
Why charter a private jet to London?
London remains a global crossroads of finance, law and business, alongside a leading cultural scene. The private jet answers a need for flexibility and time-saving: boarding in fifteen minutes, chosen schedules, and business terminals away from commercial flows.
Our teams select from our fleet the aircraft suited to the distance and the number of passengers, from a light jet for a continental link to an ultra-long-range jet for a transatlantic crossing.
Which airport should you choose for London?
No city brings together as many airports suited to the private jet. The choice depends on where your meetings are, the type of aircraft and your arrival time:
- Farnborough and Biggin Hill: the dedicated business-aviation airports, discreet and fast.
- London City: in the heart of the Docklands, the closest to the City and Canary Wharf.
- Luton and Stansted: open 24/7, convenient for north London.
- Heathrow and Gatwick: the major international airports, with more limited business-aviation slots.
The details of each field are on our dedicated London airports page. Our teams guide you to the one that shortens the final transfer.
Which cities can you fly from to London by private jet?
London is reached directly from Europe, and non-stop from North America aboard an ultra-long-range jet:
- Brussels – London: around 0h45 flight
- Paris – London: around 1h00
- Geneva – London: around 1h30
- Nice – London: around 1h45
- Milan – London: around 1h45
- New York – London: around 7h00
These links put London within day-return reach from the continent.
London, a global business capital
The City and Canary Wharf set the pace of financial life; the West End, the museums and the great houses extend a dense cultural offering. Between meetings, London reveals itself through its districts, parks and dining, in a setting where private aviation fits naturally. On a continental scale, Paris is an hour's flight away, to chain the major capitals.
IBC Aviation to or from London
To charter a private jet to or from London, our teams choose the field best suited to your meetings, handle slots, customs formalities and ground handling, and provide a personalised, all-inclusive quote within the hour. Available 24/7:
- France: +33 1 41 69 88 88
- Switzerland: +41 22 880 28 88
- Email: contact@ibc-aviation.com
Frequently asked questions
Which airport should I use to charter a private jet to London?
London has more business-aviation airports than any other city. Farnborough, Biggin Hill and London City are the preferred fields for private aviation; Luton, Stansted, Heathrow and Gatwick complete the picture. The choice depends on where your meetings are and the aircraft.
How much does it cost to charter a private jet to London?
The price depends on the aircraft, the number of passengers, the itinerary and the dates. A continental link is flown on a light jet; a transatlantic crossing calls for an ultra-long-range jet. Our teams provide a personalised, all-inclusive quote within the hour.
How long is the flight between Paris and London by private jet?
Around one hour direct. Allow 0h45 from Brussels, 1h30 from Geneva and 1h45 from Nice or Milan.
Which airport is closest to the City of London?
London City, in the Docklands, is the closest to the financial district and Canary Wharf. Its short runway restricts access to certified aircraft; otherwise, Biggin Hill offers a helicopter shuttle into the centre.
Can you reach London from New York by private jet?
Yes, non-stop aboard an ultra-long-range jet: around 7 hours. On aircraft with shorter range, a technical stop is required.


