Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Lyon ➔ Bucarest
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,670 km
Average flight time
~2h 02m
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 Lyon and Bucarest 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 LFLL – LRBS is 1,650 km of direct routing, flown in 2h22 on a Citation XLS+. Boarding at Sky Valet Lyon, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL)
On the departure side, Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL) serves Lyon from 45.73°N / 5.08°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sky Valet Lyon; 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Alpes / Beaujolais.
Bucarest Băneasa (LRBS)
On the arrival side, Bucarest Băneasa (LRBS) serves Bucarest from 44.50°N / 26.10°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Regional Air Support; 3200 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Bucarest.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,650 km · 891 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h22
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
- Arrival FBO
- Regional Air Support — Bucarest Băneasa (LRBS / BBU)
- Departure runway
- 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3200 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Bucarest
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Lyon to Bucarest?
About 2h22 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,650 km great-circle between LFLL and LRBS.
Which aircraft suits Lyon → Bucarest?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3200 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Lyon Saint-Exupéry?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Sky Valet Lyon.
What about customs and formalities?
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.