Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Lyon ➔ Valence

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

Estimated distance

~5,520 km

Average flight time

~6h 44m

Recommended aircraft

Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)

Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Lyon and Valence 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 – Valence sector links Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL) to Valencia Airport (LEVC) over 829 km great-circle, about 1h21 airborne in a Citation XLS+. Departure handling is provided by Sky Valet Lyon; the 3215 m arrival runway at Valencia Airport drives aircraft selection. A helicopter connection to Centre Valence 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.

Valencia Airport (LEVC)

Valencia Airport (LEVC / VLC) is a major business field at 39.49°N / 0.48°W, Spain. Runway: 3215 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Executive Aviation Valencia. Helicopter link: Centre Valence.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 829 km · 448 NM
Estimated block time: 1h21
Recommended aircraft: Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
Departure FBO: Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
Arrival FBO: Executive Aviation Valencia — Valencia Airport (LEVC / VLC)
Departure runway: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Arrival runway: 3215 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Onward helicopter: Centre Valence

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 Valence?

About 1h21 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 829 km great-circle between LFLL and LEVC.

Which aircraft suits Lyon → Valence?

A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3215 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?