Private jet London to Paris

A private jet from London to Paris takes about 45 minutes between the two business airports, Farnborough and Le Bourget. It is one of the shortest international routes in Europe, so the time you save is mostly on the ground. You arrive, clear the formalities in a private terminal and then walk to the aircraft.

The route at a glance

Distance: about 186 nautical miles (344 km) from Farnborough to Le Bourget.
Flight time: about 45 minutes in the air, and about an hour gate to gate.
Suitable jets: light jets, midsize jets and super midsize jets. A turboprop also works.
Usual airports: London Farnborough and Paris Le Bourget.

Airports in London and Paris

Farnborough is a business aviation airport in Hampshire, south-west of London. The UK AIP lists it as prior permission only, with no scheduled airline flights. Its published hours are 07:00 to 22:00 on weekdays and 08:00 to 20:00 at weekends and on bank holidays, according to Farnborough Airport. Biggin Hill and Luton are also options, depending on where you live.

Le Bourget sits 6.5 nautical miles north-north-east of Paris, according to the French AIP. Customs and police are also available around the clock there. However, the same AIP stops jets leaving their parking stand for take-off between 22:15 and 06:00 local time.

Which private jet for London to Paris

On a 45-minute flight, cabin size matters less than seats and bags. A light jet carries a small group and their luggage comfortably. A midsize jet adds cabin space and more room for bags. For skis, golf clubs or a larger family, a super midsize jet gives you space without a long-range price.

A turboprop is also worth a look on this distance. It cruises more slowly, so our estimator adds about 15 minutes on this sector, but the hourly rate is lower.

Private jet London to Paris, flight time and hourly prices

Our estimator puts the private jet London to Paris flight at about 45 minutes in all three classes. The table below uses the hourly ranges in our price estimator, updated on 2 November 2026.

Aircraft class	Typical seats	Flight time	Hourly range
Light jet	4 to 6 with luggage	about 0 h 45	€3,700 to €4,700
Midsize jet	7 to 9	about 0 h 45	€4,850 to €6,600
Super midsize jet	8 to 10	about 0 h 45	€6,950 to €8,700

Flight times use the great-circle distance plus 5% for routing, then a typical cruise speed for each class and a taxi allowance. Winds are not included. On a route this short, taxiing, departure queues and the approach add up, so plan on about an hour gate to gate. Positioning and airport fees weigh more than flight hours, so the final quote can differ a lot from hours alone.

What a quote includes

Each quote is for the whole aircraft, not per seat. It covers flight time, fuel, crew and positioning if the jet starts elsewhere. Airport, handling and passenger charges are also listed. Our page on what is in your private jet charter quote explains each line.

Border formalities

London to Paris is an international flight, so you go through passport control at both ends. Since 2 April 2025, most European visitors to the UK need an Electronic Travel Authorisation before they travel. In the other direction, the EU Entry/Exit System has been fully in use since 10 April 2026. Non-EU travellers now give fingerprints and a photo at their first entry.

A pilot’s note

Julien, who flies the Airbus A350 for an airline, keeps an eye on the clock at both ends of this route. Farnborough closes at 22:00 on weekdays and 20:00 at weekends. Le Bourget stops jet departures from 22:15. A late dinner in Paris needs a plan B, such as an early morning flight back.

Frequently asked questions

How long is a private jet flight from London to Paris?

About 45 minutes in the air from Farnborough to Le Bourget, according to our estimator, and about an hour gate to gate. Winds and air traffic control can change that by a few minutes.

Which airports do private jets use between London and Paris?

Most flights use Farnborough in London and Le Bourget in Paris. Biggin Hill and Luton are also good alternatives, depending on where you start.

How much does a private jet from London to Paris cost?

According to our estimator, hourly ranges run from €3,700 to €4,700 for a light jet and up to €6,950 to €8,700 for a super midsize jet. The final price depends on positioning, airport fees and your dates.

Can I fly back from Paris late in the evening?

Not always. Le Bourget stops jet departures from 22:15, and Farnborough closes at 22:00 on weekdays and 20:00 at weekends. We plan the return around those hours.

Do I need a passport for a private flight from London to Paris?

Yes, because it is an international flight with border checks at both ends. European visitors to the UK also need an Electronic Travel Authorisation.