Private charter between Cologne and Leipzig starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Cologne (CGN) ⇄ Leipzig (LEJ) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Cologne to Leipzig is roughly 360 kilometres — 224 miles, or 195 nautical miles.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Cologne–Leipzig spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 07m | 1h 00m – 1h 14m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 07m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 04m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 54 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 53 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 52 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Cologne–Leipzig, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Cologne, Germany: Cologne Bonn Airport, Düsseldorf Airport, Siegerland Airport, Mendig Airfield and Essen-Mülheim Airport.
Leipzig, Germany: Leipzig/Halle Airport and Leipzig–Altenburg Airport.
| Cologne Bonn Airport | Leipzig/Halle Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EDDK / CGN | EDDP / LEJ |
| Longest hard runway | 12,516 ft | 11,811 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 302 ft | 465 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Düsseldorf Airport (9,842 ft, 54 km) · Siegerland Airport (5,315 ft, 68 km) · Mendig Airfield (5,342 ft, 57 km) · Essen-Mülheim Airport (5,095 ft, 61 km) · Leipzig–Altenburg Airport (7,988 ft, 52 km) · Allstedt Airfield (3,937 ft, 55 km) · Jena-Schöngleina Airfield (3,839 ft, 67 km) · Halle-Oppin Airfield (3,675 ft, 19 km)
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Cologne–Leipzig is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 07m in the air over 360 km (224 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Cologne–Leipzig departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Cologne–Leipzig charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
