Fly private between Lyon and Malta from US$21,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Lyon (LYS) to Malta (MLA) and Malta to Lyon — timed and priced alike.
Lyon and Malta lie approximately 1,352 km apart (840 mi / 730 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$21,000 – US$57,500 for a one-way charter between Lyon and Malta, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 05m | 1h 53m – 2h 18m | €28,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 57m | 1h 45m – 2h 09m | €38,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 05m | €28,000 – €39,000 (~US$30,000 – US$42,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 04m | €31,000 – €43,000 (~US$33,000 – US$46,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 59m | €33,000 – €47,000 (~US$36,000 – US$50,500) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 57m | €38,000 – €53,000 (~US$41,000 – US$57,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 57m | €42,000 – €59,000 (~US$45,000 – US$63,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 59m | €46,000 – €64,000 (~US$49,000 – US$69,000) | 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Lyon–Malta charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Lyon, France: Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport, Lyon Bron Airport, Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport, Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport and Chambéry Aix les Bains airport.
Malta, Malta: Malta International Airport.
| Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport | Malta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LFLL / LYS | LMML / MLA |
| Longest hard runway | 13,124 ft | 10,991 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 821 ft | 300 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Lyon to Malta can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport has 13,124 ft and Malta International Airport 10,991 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 1,352 km.
Alternates within range: Lyon Bron Airport (5,971 ft, 11 km) · Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (10,007 ft, 44 km) · Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport (7,546 ft, 65 km) · Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (6,628 ft, 62 km) · Comino Heliport · Xewkija Heliport (571 ft, 28 km)
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Pets are welcome on every Lyon–Malta charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Lyon–Malta is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$21,000 – US$57,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 05m gate to gate over 1,352 km (840 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Lyon–Malta 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.
