Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Lagos ➔ Libreville
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,070 km
Average flight time
~11h 04m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Lagos and Libreville 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
Chartering privately between Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM) and Léon-Mba International (FOOL) removes connections entirely: 959 km non-stop in 1h31. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Lagos Murtala Muhammed (3900 m) and alternate fuel are validated. On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.
Departure and arrival airports
Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM)
On the departure side, Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM) serves Lagos from 6.58°N / 3.32°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Evergreen Apple Nigeria; 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Victoria Island / Ikoyi.
Léon-Mba International (FOOL)
Léon-Mba International (FOOL / LBV) is a niche luxury field at 0.46°N / 9.41°E, Gabon. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Gabon Executive Handling. Helicopter link: Baie des Rois.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 959 km · 518 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h31
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Evergreen Apple Nigeria — Lagos Murtala Muhammed (DNMM / LOS)
- Arrival FBO
- Gabon Executive Handling — Léon-Mba International (FOOL / LBV)
- Departure runway
- 3900 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Baie des Rois
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Nigéria → Gabon: 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 Lagos to Libreville?
About 1h31 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 959 km great-circle between DNMM and FOOL.
Which aircraft suits Lagos → Libreville?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Lagos Murtala Muhammed?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Evergreen Apple Nigeria.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Nigéria → Gabon: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.