Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Le Cap ➔ London
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~6,470 km
Average flight time
~7h 53m
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 Le Cap and London 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 Cape Town International (FACT) and London Farnborough (EGLF) removes connections entirely: 9,665 km non-stop in 10h59. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Cape Town International (3201 m) and alternate fuel are validated. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Cape Town International (FACT)
On the departure side, Cape Town International (FACT) serves Le Cap from 33.96°S / 18.60°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by ExecuJet Cape Town; 3201 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Camps Bay / Stellenbosch.
London Farnborough (EGLF)
London Farnborough (EGLF / FAB) is a ultra-hub at 51.27°N / 0.77°W, United Kingdom. Runway: 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: TAG Farnborough. Helicopter link: London Heliport (Battersea).
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 9,665 km · 5,219 NM
- Estimated block time
- 10h59
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- ExecuJet Cape Town — Cape Town International (FACT / CPT)
- Arrival FBO
- TAG Farnborough — London Farnborough (EGLF / FAB)
- Departure runway
- 3201 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- London Heliport (Battersea)
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Afrique du Sud → Royaume-Uni: 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 Le Cap to London?
About 10h59 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 9,665 km great-circle between FACT and EGLF.
Which aircraft suits Le Cap → London?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Cape Town International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ExecuJet Cape Town.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Afrique du Sud → Royaume-Uni: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.