Charter Route
Private jet charter — 320nm · 1h 20min flight time · from £4,600
One-way charter for 4 passengers. Estimates include landing and handling fees.
| Aircraft type | Flight time | Max pax | Cost estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet | 48min | 7 | £4,600 – £5,440 |
| Midsize Jet | 43min | 9 | £6,600 – £7,360 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 41min | 10 | £8,600 – £8,640 |
| Heavy Jet | 38min | 14 | £12k – £12k |
| Ultra Long Range | 37min | 17 | £17k – £17k |
| Helicopter | 2h 17min | 6 | Exceeds helicopter range of 300nm |
* Costs are estimates. For a precise quote on your specific dates and requirements, use the concierge below or request a quote.
Edinburgh to London is a staple domestic charter route, heavily used by business travellers who need same-day return capability. At 320 nm, the 75-minute flight is straightforward and eliminates the lengthy train journey or busy commercial shuttle flights. As a domestic route, there are no passport or customs requirements.
Edinburgh airport has a dedicated GA handling area with efficient processing. On arrival, Farnborough or Biggin Hill offer the quickest ground transfers to central London. The domestic nature of the flight means no customs or immigration, making the door-to-door experience exceptionally swift.
The Edinburgh Festival in August is the single biggest pricing event for this route. Six Nations rugby weekends (February–March) and major corporate conference weeks also drive demand. Year-round business traffic keeps pricing consistent outside these peaks.
A light jet is the natural choice — fast, efficient, and excellent value for this short domestic hop. The Citation CJ3 or Phenom 300 both complete this route with ease. A midsize jet is only warranted for groups larger than six.
How much is a private jet from Edinburgh to London?
Light jets start from approximately £4,000 one-way. This domestic route avoids passport control, making the overall time saving even more significant.
How long is the flight by private jet?
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Door-to-door, a charter can save 3–4 hours over commercial rail or air.
Is a private jet faster than the train from Edinburgh to London?
Significantly. The flight takes 75 minutes versus 4.5 hours by train. Including ground transfers, you save at least 3 hours each way.