Private charter between Lyon and Prague starts at US$10,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Lyon (LYS) ⇄ Prague (PRG) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Lyon to Prague is roughly 838 kilometres — 521 miles, or 452 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Lyon–Prague spans US$10,000 – US$29,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 27m | 1h 18m – 1h 36m | €20,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 27m | €20,000 – €27,000 (~US$21,000 – US$29,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 26m | €21,000 – €30,000 (~US$23,000 – US$32,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 23m | €23,000 – €33,000 (~US$25,000 – US$35,500) | 8-10 |
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 across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. 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:
Lyon, France: Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport, Lyon Bron Airport, Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport, Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport and Chambéry Aix les Bains airport.
Prague, Czech Republic: Václav Havel Airport Prague, Vodochody Airport and Panensky Tynec Airfield.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday business corridor: departures cluster on Tue, most often around 06:00 UTC.
Lyon→Prague runs about 5 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon → Prague | 10 | 81 min | 78 min | Cessna Citation XLS (2), Dassault Falcon 50 (1), Embraer Phenom 300 (1), Learjet 45 (1) |
| Prague → Lyon | 8 | 76 min | — | Dassault Falcon 50 (1), Gulfstream G280 (1), Pilatus PC-12 (1), Cessna Citation XLS (1) |
18 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport | Václav Havel Airport Prague | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LFLL / LYS | LKPR / PRG |
| Longest hard runway | 13,124 ft | 12,189 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 821 ft | 1,247 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
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) · Vodochody Airport (8,203 ft, 16 km) · Panensky Tynec Airfield (8,218 ft, 33 km) · Hořovice Airfield (3,838 ft, 38 km) · Příbram Airfield (4,527 ft, 44 km)
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
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.
Lyon–Prague is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$10,000 – US$29,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 27m airborne across the 838 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Lyon–Prague 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.
Of course: Prague to Lyon runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
