Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Lyon ➔ Tokyo
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,890 km
Average flight time
~12h 04m
Recommended aircraft
Ultra Long Range (Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Lyon and Tokyo 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
The Lyon – Tokyo sector links Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL) to Tokyo Haneda (RJTT) over 9,900 km great-circle, about 11h15 airborne in a Gulfstream G650ER. Boarding at Sky Valet Lyon, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. A helicopter connection to Ark Hills Heliport 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.
Tokyo Haneda (RJTT)
Tokyo Haneda (RJTT / HND) is a ultra-hub at 35.55°N / 139.78°E, Japan. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Universal Aviation Japan. Helicopter link: Ark Hills Heliport.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 9,900 km · 5,346 NM
- Estimated block time
- 11h15
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
- Arrival FBO
- Universal Aviation Japan — Tokyo Haneda (RJTT / HND)
- Departure runway
- 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Ark Hills Heliport
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector France → Japon: 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 Lyon to Tokyo?
About 11h15 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 9,900 km great-circle between LFLL and RJTT.
Which aircraft suits Lyon → Tokyo?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra 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 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?
International sector France → Japon: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.