Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Lyon ➔ Madrid Barajas

Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.

Estimated distance

~2,440 km

Average flight time

~2h 59m

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 Madrid Barajas 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 Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL) and Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD) removes connections entirely: 912 km non-stop in 1h27. Boarding at Sky Valet Lyon, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. A helicopter connection to Salamanca / La Moraleja can be added to the quote.

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.

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD)

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD / MAD) is a major business field at 40.47°N / 3.56°W, Spain. Runway: 4350 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Executive Aviation Madrid. Helicopter link: Salamanca / La Moraleja.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 912 km · 493 NM
Estimated block time: 1h27
Recommended aircraft: Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
Departure FBO: Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
Arrival FBO: Executive Aviation Madrid — Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD / MAD)
Departure runway: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Arrival runway: 4350 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Onward helicopter: Salamanca / La Moraleja

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 Madrid Barajas?

About 1h27 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 912 km great-circle between LFLL and LEMD.

Which aircraft suits Lyon → Madrid Barajas?

A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4350 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?