Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Lyon ➔ Porto

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

Estimated distance

~1,200 km

Average flight time

~1h 28m

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 Porto 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 Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro (LPPR) removes connections entirely: 1,215 km non-stop in 1h49. Departure handling is provided by Sky Valet Lyon; the 3480 m arrival runway at Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro drives aircraft selection. On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.

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.

Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro (LPPR)

Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro (LPPR / OPO) is a major business field at 41.24°N / 8.68°W, Portugal. Runway: 3480 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Executive Aviation Porto. Helicopter link: Douro / Foz.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 1,215 km · 656 NM
Estimated block time: 1h49
Recommended aircraft: Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
Departure FBO: Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
Arrival FBO: Executive Aviation Porto — Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro (LPPR / OPO)
Departure runway: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Arrival runway: 3480 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Onward helicopter: Douro / Foz

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 Porto?

About 1h49 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,215 km great-circle between LFLL and LPPR.

Which aircraft suits Lyon → Porto?

A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3480 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?