Private charter between Leeds and London starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Leeds (LBA) to London (LHR), and from London (LHR) back to Leeds (LBA).
As the crow flies, Leeds to London is roughly 278 kilometres — 173 miles, or 150 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Leeds–London 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. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 47 min | 42 min – 52 min | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 57 min | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 55 min | £7,100 – £9,500 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 47 min | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 46 min | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 45 min | £9,100 – £13,000 (~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. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Leeds–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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Leeds, United Kingdom: Leeds Bradford Airport and Leeds East 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 — Leeds: Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA), Tadcaster, North Yorkshire (EGXG); 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 11:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Thu 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds → London | 47 | 42 min | 34 min | Cessna Citation XLS (6), Embraer Phenom 300 (5), Cessna Citation CJ3 (5), Pilatus PC-12 (5) |
| London → Leeds | 38 | 43 min | — | Cessna Citation XLS (5), Learjet 45 (5), Bombardier Challenger 350 (4), Pilatus PC-12 (3) |
85 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Leeds Bradford Airport | London Heathrow Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGNM / LBA | EGLL / LHR |
| Longest hard runway | 7,381 ft | 12,799 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 681 ft | 83 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 19 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Leeds to London can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Leeds Bradford Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,381 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,381 ft to spare. The leg is 278 km.
Alternates within range: Leeds East Airport (6,158 ft, 31 km) · Rufforth West Airfield (4,142 ft, 32 km) · Sherburn-in-Elmet Airfield · Rufforth East Airfield (2,100 ft, 33 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)
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Leeds and London is built around your itinerary.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 57 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
The Leeds to London route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
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.
Roughly 57 min gate to gate across the 278 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Leeds–London departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
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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