Private charter between Leeds and Southampton starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Leeds (LBA) to Southampton (), and from Southampton () back to Leeds (LBA).
Leeds and Southampton lie approximately 302 km apart (188 mi / 163 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Leeds to Southampton (and Southampton to Leeds) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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 (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | £7,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 03m | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 00m | £7,100 – £9,500 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 51 min | £7,500 – £11,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 50 min | £8,300 – £12,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 49 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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
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.
Southampton, United Kingdom: MoD Boscombe Down, Southampton Airport, Lasham Airfield, Farnborough Airport, Bournemouth Airport and Dunsfold Aerodrome.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Leeds: Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA), Tadcaster, North Yorkshire (EGXG); Southampton: Farnborough, Hampshire (FAB), Southampton (SOU), Bournemouth (BOH).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday business corridor: departures cluster on Tue, 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 → Southampton | 34 | 42 min | 38 min | Embraer Praetor 600 (5), Learjet 45 (5), Pilatus PC-12 (4), Embraer Phenom 300 (3) |
| Southampton → Leeds | 20 | 43 min | — | Pilatus PC-12 (7), Bombardier Challenger 350 (2), Cessna Citation XLS (2) |
54 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Leeds Bradford Airport | MoD Boscombe Down | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGNM / LBA | EGDM |
| Longest hard runway | 7,381 ft | 10,538 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Porous friction course |
| Field elevation | 681 ft | 407 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 35 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Leeds to Southampton 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 302 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) · Southampton Airport (6,191 ft, 0 km) · Lasham Airfield (5,896 ft, 35 km) · Farnborough Airport (8,005 ft, 54 km) · Bournemouth Airport (7,454 ft, 39 km)
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Leeds–Southampton trip to about 1h 03m gate to gate.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
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.
The Leeds to Southampton route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 03m gate to gate over 302 km (188 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.
Yes — we handle last-minute Leeds–Southampton 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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