Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Dubaï ➔ Lyon
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~5,000 km
Average flight time
~6h 06m
Recommended aircraft
Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Dubaï and Lyon aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Between Dubaï and Lyon our desk plans 4,998 km in 5h57, long range category. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Dubaï. Onward helicopter transfer available to Alpes / Beaujolais.
Departure and arrival airports
Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW)
Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW / DWC) is a ultra-hub at 24.89°N / 55.16°E, United Arab Emirates. Runway: 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: DC Aviation Al-Futtaim. Helicopter link: Burj Al Arab Helipad.
Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL)
Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS) is a major business field at 45.73°N / 5.08°E, France. Runway: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Sky Valet Lyon. Helicopter link: Alpes / Beaujolais.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 4,998 km · 2,699 NM
- Estimated block time
- 5h57
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- DC Aviation Al-Futtaim — Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW / DWC)
- Arrival FBO
- Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
- Departure runway
- 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Alpes / Beaujolais
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Émirats Arabes Unis → France: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Dubaï to Lyon?
About 5h57 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 4,998 km great-circle between OMDW and LFLL.
Which aircraft suits Dubaï → Lyon?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Dubaï Al Maktoum?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from DC Aviation Al-Futtaim.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Émirats Arabes Unis → France: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

