Fly private between Edinburgh and London from US$9,500 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Edinburgh (EDI) to London (LHR), and from London (LHR) back to Edinburgh (EDI).
Edinburgh and London lie approximately 534 km apart (332 mi / 288 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$22,500 for a one-way charter between Edinburgh and London, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 05m | 59 min – 1h 12m | £8,700 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 08m | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 07m | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 05m | £9,100 – £13,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 05m | £8,700 – £12,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 04m | £9,500 – £13,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 01m | £10,000 – £15,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Edinburgh–London, 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:
Edinburgh, United Kingdom: Edinburgh Airport, Leuchars Station Airfield and Glasgow Airport.
London, United Kingdom: London Heathrow Airport, London Biggin Hill Airport, London Gatwick Airport, Farnborough Airport and London Stansted Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Edinburgh: Glasgow (GLA), Ingliston, Edinburgh (EDI), Leuchars, Fife (ADX); London: Farnborough, Hampshire (FAB), London (BQH, LCY), London, Essex (STN).
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sat, most often around 09:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Tue is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh → London | 154 | 62 min | 44 min | Embraer Praetor 600 (25), Cessna Citation XLS (17), Pilatus PC-12 (13), Bombardier Challenger 350 (10) |
| London → Edinburgh | 204 | 62 min | — | Cessna Citation XLS (36), Embraer Praetor 600 (30), Dassault Falcon 2000 (15), Bombardier Challenger 350 (15) |
358 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Edinburgh Airport | London Heathrow Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGPH / EDI | EGLL / LHR |
| Longest hard runway | 8,392 ft | 12,799 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 135 ft | 83 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 19 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Edinburgh to London can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Edinburgh Airport has 8,392 ft and London Heathrow Airport 12,799 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 534 km.
Alternates within range: Leuchars Station Airfield (8,491 ft, 57 km) · Glasgow Airport (8,730 ft, 67 km) · Dundee Airport (4,593 ft, 60 km) · Fife Airport (2,296 ft, 28 km) · London Biggin Hill Airport (5,925 ft, 22 km) · London Gatwick Airport (10,883 ft, 36 km) · Farnborough Airport (8,005 ft, 46 km) · London City Airport (4,948 ft, 17 km)
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Edinburgh to London.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Our team responds to Edinburgh–London quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Edinburgh–London is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$22,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 08m gate to gate across the 534 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Edinburgh–London charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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