Private charter between Rome and Lyon starts at US$9,500 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Rome (FCO) to Lyon (LYS) and Lyon to Rome — timed and priced alike.
Rome and Lyon lie approximately 721 km apart (448 mi / 389 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Rome to Lyon (and Lyon to Rome) ranges from US$9,500 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$26,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 24m | 1h 16m – 1h 32m | €8,800 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 19m | 1h 11m – 1h 27m | €13,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 24m | €8,800 – €13,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 22m | €9,800 – €14,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 20m | €11,000 – €15,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 19m | €13,000 – €18,000 (~US$13,500 – US$19,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 17m | €14,000 – €20,000 (~US$15,000 – US$21,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 14m | €15,000 – €21,000 (~US$16,000 – US$23,000) | 6-8 |
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.
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:
Rome, Italy: Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport.
Lyon, France: Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport, Lyon Bron Airport, Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport, Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport and Chambéry Aix les Bains airport.
| Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport | Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LIRF / FCO | LFLL / LYS |
| Longest hard runway | 12,801 ft | 13,124 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 13 ft | 821 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Rome to Lyon can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport has 12,801 ft and Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport 13,124 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 721 km.
Alternates within range: Ciampino–G. B. Pastine International Airport (7,226 ft, 28 km) · Rome Urbe Airport (3,556 ft, 26 km) · Aviosuperficie Tucano · Aviosuperficie Artena · 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)
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Rome to Lyon.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
The Rome to Lyon route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$9,500 – US$26,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 24m gate to gate over 721 km (448 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Rome–Lyon charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Rome–Lyon charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Lyon to Rome runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
