Private Jet Charter · United Kingdom
London
Europe's densest private-aviation catchment
Private Jet Charter to London
London sits at the centre of European private aviation. With four dedicated business aviation airports surrounding the capital, clients can land within thirty minutes of Mayfair, the City, or the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. London Area Control handles roughly 1.5 million movements a year — yet executive arrivals at Farnborough, Biggin Hill, Luton, and Stansted bypass the commercial congestion entirely.
From state visits to Royal Ascot, from the Wimbledon fortnight to Frieze week, London moves on private wings. SkyBridge Jets arranges arrivals into the airport best suited to your destination — Farnborough for Mayfair, Biggin Hill for the City and Canary Wharf, Luton for the West End, and Stansted for the East and the Cambridge corridor.
Customs and immigration are handled inside the FBO terminal in under fifteen minutes, and chauffeured Bentley or Mercedes-Maybach transfers depart directly from the aircraft side. Helicopter onward to Battersea Heliport and the Royal Hospital is also available with as little as two hours' notice.
Why Fly Private to London
- Avoid Heathrow and Gatwick congestion entirely
- Land closest to your hotel, office, or country estate
- Customs and immigration processed inside private FBO lounges, typically far quicker than a terminal
- Discreet ground transfers in chauffeured Mercedes-Maybach or Bentley
- Helicopter onward to Battersea Heliport in 12 minutes from Farnborough
Quick Facts
Recommended Aircraft
Any category
From London (indicative)
Based on origin
Best Season
Year-round, peak May–September
Timezone
GMT / BST (UTC+0 / +1)
Currency · Language
GBP (£) · English
Arrivals
Airports & FBOs
Airports
Farnborough
EGLFDedicated business aviation gateway, roughly 35 min to Mayfair by road
London Luton
EGGWClosest to North & West London, multi-FBO choice
Biggin Hill
EGKBDirect access to the City and Canary Wharf, 23:00 curfew
London Stansted
EGSSLong runway, ideal for ultra long range jets
London Oxford
EGTKCotswolds & Oxfordshire estates
Preferred FBOs
TAG Farnborough
EGLFDedicated private terminal with helicopter ramp
Signature Flight Support
EGGWLong-established FBO at Luton
Harrods Aviation
EGGWEstablished luxury handling and concierge
Bombardier London Biggin Hill
EGKBOEM service centre & VIP terminal
Inflite The Jet Centre
EGSSAirport Selection
Choosing a London airport
There is no single best London airport for private aviation — the practical answer usually depends on where you finish the journey, the time of day, and the aircraft being offered. These are the fields most commonly used, with the considerations that tend to decide between them.
Farnborough (EGLF)
A dedicated business-aviation airport south-west of the capital, commonly used for Mayfair, the West End and the wider south-west. No scheduled airline traffic, so handling is typically quick. Movement limits and operating hours apply, so late arrivals should be checked in advance.
London Luton (EGGW)
North of the capital with multiple FBOs and a mix of business and commercial traffic. Often convenient for north and west London and the M1 corridor. Because it is a busy commercial field, slot and traffic conditions can affect timing at peak periods.
Biggin Hill (EGKB)
South-east of the capital and generally the shortest road transfer to the City and Canary Wharf. A night-time noise curfew applies, so overnight arrivals from the US or Middle East are usually routed elsewhere.
London Stansted (EGSS)
A long runway and 24-hour customs make it a practical option for larger and ultra-long-range aircraft, and for the East of England and the Cambridge corridor. Road transfer into central London is longer than from Biggin Hill or Farnborough.
London City (EGLC)
Closest to Canary Wharf and the City, but only aircraft approved for its steep approach may operate there, and runway length restricts the types that can use it. Where an approved aircraft is available, it can be the shortest overall door-to-door option.
Northolt (EGWU)
An RAF station that accepts a limited number of civil movements subject to permission and availability. Access cannot be assumed; where it is granted it sits close to west London.
Airport choice also affects the quote, not just the transfer. Positioning distance, handling and landing fees, and any curfew or slot constraint all feed into the final figure, which is why a firm price is route- and date-specific rather than a fixed rate.
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Where to Stay
Recommended Hotels
Legendary
Claridge's
Mayfair
The royal-favourite Art Deco icon
Legendary
The Connaught
Mayfair
Helene Darroze, Aman Spa, two-Michelin dining
Legendary
The Savoy
Strand
Riverside legend with the American Bar
Legendary
The Berkeley
Knightsbridge
Marcus Wareing, rooftop pool
Legendary
The Peninsula London
Belgravia
Newest super-luxury arrival, Hyde Park views
Legendary
Raffles London at The OWO
Whitehall
Historic War Office reborn as a 120-suite hotel
Our concierge desk arranges preferred rates, suite upgrades, and chauffeured transfers from the FBO to any of these properties. Contact us to coordinate.
The City
Neighbourhoods
Mayfair
Hereditary luxury — Berkeley Square, Bond Street, the gentlemen's clubs of St James's.
Knightsbridge & Belgravia
Embassies, Harrods, the white-stucco squares of Eaton and Belgrave.
Chelsea & South Kensington
Sloane Street, Royal Hospital, the museums quarter.
The City & Canary Wharf
Financial heartland — Biggin Hill is the natural arrival.
The Table
Dining & Social
Sketch
Modern French
Mayfair
The Ledbury
Modern European
Notting Hill
Sexy Fish
Pan-Asian
Mayfair
Annabel's
Members' club
Berkeley Square
Core by Clare Smyth
Three-star British
Notting Hill
Reservations at flagship rooms can be arranged on request — including private rooms, full buy-outs, and chef's table experiences.
The Calendar
Events That Drive Private Aviation
June
Royal Ascot
Five-day race meeting, peak Farnborough movements
Jun–Jul
Wimbledon Championships
Two weeks of UHNW arrivals into Biggin Hill
July
Henley Royal Regatta
Helicopter shuttle from Farnborough to Henley
October
Frieze London
Major contemporary art fair in Regent's Park
July
British Grand Prix (Silverstone)
Slots tighten at EGGW & EGSS — book 8 weeks out
Feb / Sept
London Fashion Week
Press & buyer surge, Biggin Hill heaviest
Slot and ramp capacity tightens around marquee events — we recommend booking 6–12 weeks ahead of the calendar peak.
Onward Transfer
Ground & Helicopter Transfers
Chauffeur
35 min
Mercedes-Maybach S-Class or Bentley Flying Spur, Farnborough → Mayfair
Helicopter
12 min
Farnborough → Battersea Heliport (RHL)
Chauffeur
30 min
Biggin Hill → The City / Canary Wharf
Chauffeur
45 min
Luton → Mayfair via M1
Good to Know
Operational Notes
Biggin Hill operates a 23:00–06:30 noise curfew with seasonal exemptions
Farnborough operates 24/7 for non-noise-restricted aircraft
UK-bound charters require GenDec submission 24h prior
Border Force handle clearance inside FBO lounges in 10–15 minutes
Onward & Inbound
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FAQ
London Charter — Questions Answered
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