Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : London ➔ Libreville
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,070 km
Average flight time
~1h 18m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between London 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
Sector EGLF – FOOL is 5,730 km of direct routing, flown in 6h47 on a Falcon 8X. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at London Farnborough (2440 m) and alternate fuel are validated. A helicopter connection to Baie des Rois can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
London Farnborough (EGLF)
On the departure side, London Farnborough (EGLF) serves London from 51.27°N / 0.77°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by TAG Farnborough; 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to London Heliport (Battersea).
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
- 5,730 km · 3,094 NM
- Estimated block time
- 6h47
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- TAG Farnborough — London Farnborough (EGLF / FAB)
- Arrival FBO
- Gabon Executive Handling — Léon-Mba International (FOOL / LBV)
- Departure runway
- 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- 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 Royaume-Uni → 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 London to Libreville?
About 6h47 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 5,730 km great-circle between EGLF and FOOL.
Which aircraft suits London → Libreville?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from London Farnborough?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from TAG Farnborough.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Royaume-Uni → Gabon: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.