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Jet privé Zurich - London
Your flight Zurich - London
The private jet service from Zurich to London connects two of the world’s greatest financial centres across a distance of 895 km, with a flight time of 1h40 to 1h55. This route is one of the busiest business corridors between Switzerland and the United Kingdom, used daily by private bankers, fund managers and legal advisory teams shuttling between Zurich — the hub of Swiss finance — and London‘s City. According to LunaJets, fares for this route range from £7,100 to £14,000 one way.
flight_takeoffBook a flightDeparting, private jets mainly use Zurich Airport (ZRH), which has a dedicated general aviation terminal (Signature Flight Support) separate from the commercial terminals, offering discreet boarding and secure aircraft storage. On arrival, London Farnborough (FAB) is the preferred choice for its exclusive 100% private aviation status and its proximity to the M3 motorway towards Central London (50 km). London City Airport (LCY), just 10 km from the City, remains available for approved light jets with steep-approach certification — a decisive advantage for city-centre meetings.
The high frequency of empty leg flights on this busy route regularly makes the Zurich–London sector available with savings of 30 to 50%. A Citation CJ4 is recommended for 4 to 6 passengers; the Citation XLS+ suits teams of 8 to 9; the Challenger 350 offers the highest comfort for delegations. The commercial equivalent (ZRH–LHR) exceeds 4h30 including formalities — a private jet halves that time.
Practical Information
- Distance: ~895 km (483 nautical miles)
- Flight time: 1h40 to 1h55 depending on aircraft
- Departure airport: ZRH – Zurich Airport (general aviation terminal)
- Arrival airport: FAB – London Farnborough (main) · LCY – London City (light jets)
- Indicative price: £6,300 to £14,000 depending on aircraft and operator
- Recommended aircraft: Citation CJ4, Citation XLS+, Challenger 350
- Empty legs: Frequent, savings of 30–50%
- Border formalities: Switzerland/UK passport control required — valid ID needed
Charter traffic on the Zurich–London route peaks in January (Davos), March (annual results) and September (financial new year). Booking 48 hours in advance is sufficient outside peak periods; for the WEF in Davos, allow 3 to 4 weeks’ notice.
Estimated flight time
1h40 – 1h55
Vol direct sans escale
Passenger capacity
4 – 12 passagers
Selon type d'appareil
Operator comparison
| Operator | Availability | Reviews | Starting price |
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| PrivateJetFinder | signal_cellular_4_bar Very high (Marketplace) | star 4.3/5 |
7 450 €
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| PrivateFly (FXAIR) | signal_cellular_4_bar Very high (Marketplace) | star 4.6/5 |
7 900 €
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| AeroAffaires | signal_cellular_4_bar Very high (Broker) | star 4.9/5 |
8 200 €
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| LunaJets | signal_cellular_3_bar High (Marketplace) | star 4.6/5 |
8 400 €
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| VistaJet | signal_cellular_4_bar Very high (Subscription) | star 4.7/5 |
9 500 €
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7 450 €
PrivateJetFinder
star 4.3/5signal_cellular_4_bar Very high · Marketplace Book arrow_forward -
7 900 €
PrivateFly (FXAIR)
star 4.6/5signal_cellular_4_bar Very high · Marketplace Book arrow_forward -
8 200 €
AeroAffaires
star 4.9/5signal_cellular_4_bar Very high · Broker Book arrow_forward -
8 400 €
LunaJets
star 4.6/5signal_cellular_3_bar High · Marketplace Book arrow_forward -
9 500 €
VistaJet
star 4.7/5signal_cellular_4_bar Very high · Subscription Book arrow_forward
Average price per aircraft model
Cessna Citation CJ4
Ideal for 4 to 6 passengers on this 895 km route, the CJ4 delivers comfort and speed at a lower cost.
Passengers
Up to 9
Duration
1h50
Speed
Mach 0.74
Estimated price
7 450 €
Cessna Citation XLS+
The XLS+ accommodates 8–9 passengers with a stand-up cabin — perfect for financial teams travelling between Zurich and the City.
Passengers
Up to 9
Duration
1h45
Speed
Mach 0.75
Estimated price
10 500 €
Challenger 350
For demanding delegations, the Challenger 350 offers Wi-Fi, 10 seats and a large-format cabin between Zurich and London.
Passengers
Up to 10
Duration
1h40
Speed
Mach 0.83
Estimated price
14 870 €
Route Zurich – London
Airports available in Zurich
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Aéroport de Zurich, premier aéroport suisse. Terminal affaires Signature Flight Support.
Airports available in London
London City Airport (LCY)
London City Airport, en plein cœur de la City londonienne. Piste courte limitée aux appareils à décollage court.
London Farnborough (FAB)
Farnborough, référence mondiale de l'aviation d'affaires. Entièrement dédié au privé, salons VIP exclusifs, zéro trafic commercial.
London Heathrow (LHR)
Heathrow, principal aéroport du Royaume-Uni. Dispose d'une installation privée via le terminal Harrods Aviation.
London Stansted (STN)
London Stansted. Piste longue adaptée aux ultra-long range. FBO Inflite Jet Centre.
All your questions about the flight Zurich – London
A charter flight from Zurich to London costs between <strong>£6,300</strong> and <strong>£14,000</strong> one way, depending on the aircraft and date. A Citation CJ4 (light jet) starts at around £6,300, a Citation XLS+ (mid-size) at approximately £8,900, and a Challenger 350 (super-midsize) up to £14,000. Empty legs on this very busy route can save 30 to 50% compared to the standard fare. Peak pricing coincides with the World Economic Forum in Davos (January), when demand out of Zurich surges.
The Zurich to London flight takes between <strong>1h40 and 1h55</strong> depending on the aircraft. A Citation CJ4 completes the journey in approximately 1h50, a Citation XLS+ in 1h45, and a Challenger 350 in 1h40 thanks to its 870 km/h cruising speed. The distance is approximately 895 km (483 nautical miles). Compared to a commercial flight from ZRH to Heathrow (at least 2h15 of flying plus 3 hours of formalities), a private jet saves 3 to 4 hours over the course of the day.
Private jets depart from <strong>Zurich Airport (ZRH)</strong>, which has a dedicated general aviation terminal managed by Signature Flight Support, located away from the commercial terminals. This terminal offers direct tarmac access, a VIP lounge, showers and valet service. The main runway at 3,700 m accommodates all aircraft types, from light jets to long-range aircraft. On arrival, London Farnborough (FAB) is the preferred option, 50 km from Central London, with London City (LCY) available for light jets.
For 895 km, <strong>light to mid-size jets</strong> are perfectly suited. The <strong>Citation CJ4</strong> (4–6 pax) is optimal for small groups with an excellent cost-efficiency ratio. The <strong>Citation XLS+</strong> (8–9 pax, stand-up cabin) is the most common choice for business teams. The <strong>Challenger 350</strong> (10 pax, Wi-Fi, 6,000-foot pressurised cabin) suits delegations requiring the highest level of comfort. All three aircraft can land at both Farnborough and London City.
Yes, same-day return Zurich–London trips are commonplace in financial circles. Departing Zurich at 07:00 allows landing at Farnborough at 08:45 (local time) — perfect for morning meetings in the City. The return can be at 19:00, arriving back in Zurich at 21:30. LunaJets and PrivateFly offer round-trip packages with crew standby, often cheaper than two separate one-way bookings. Availability is generally guaranteed within 24 hours.
Yes, empty legs are <strong>frequent</strong> on the Zurich–London route due to the intensity of charter traffic. When an aircraft returns empty after dropping off a client, the operator offers the flight at a reduced price — typically <strong>30 to 50% cheaper</strong> than the full charter rate. The best opportunities arise outside peak periods (Davos, quarterly results). Sign up for empty leg alerts from LunaJets, PrivateFly or SmartPrivateJet to be notified in real time. The trade-off is reduced flexibility on dates and times.
