Private charter between Edinburgh and Lyon starts at US$20,000 aboard a light jet.
This route runs both ways — Edinburgh (EDI) to Lyon (LYS) and Lyon to Edinburgh — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Edinburgh and Lyon is about 1,281 km (796 miles), or 692 nautical miles.
From €19,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Edinburgh–Lyon spans US$20,000 – US$55,500: from a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet · rec. | 2h 03m | 1h 51m – 2h 15m | €19,000 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 2h 00m | 1h 48m – 2h 12m | €27,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 52m | 1h 41m – 2h 03m | €37,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 2h 03m | €19,000 – €26,000 (~US$20,000 – US$28,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 59m | €20,000 – €29,000 (~US$22,000 – US$31,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 53m | €22,000 – €31,000 (~US$24,000 – US$33,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 00m | €27,000 – €37,000 (~US$28,500 – US$40,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 59m | €29,000 – €41,000 (~US$31,500 – US$44,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 54m | €32,000 – €45,000 (~US$34,000 – US$48,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 52m | €37,000 – €52,000 (~US$39,500 – US$55,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 52m | €40,000 – €57,000 (~US$43,500 – US$61,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 54m | €44,000 – €62,000 (~US$47,500 – US$66,500) | 9-12 |
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.
Charter pricing on Edinburgh–Lyon moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Edinburgh, United Kingdom: Edinburgh Airport.
Lyon, France: Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Edinburgh–Lyon is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$20,000 – US$55,500 one-way — from a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 03m in the air over 1,281 km (796 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Light Jet, Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Edinburgh–Lyon 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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