Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Tokyo ➔ Lyon
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 Tokyo and Lyon 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
Between Tokyo and Lyon our desk plans 9,900 km in 11h15, ultra long range category. Departure handling is provided by Universal Aviation Japan; the 4000 m arrival runway at Lyon Saint-Exupéry drives aircraft selection. Onward helicopter transfer available to Alpes / Beaujolais.
Departure and arrival airports
Tokyo Haneda (RJTT)
On the departure side, Tokyo Haneda (RJTT) serves Tokyo from 35.55°N / 139.78°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Universal Aviation Japan; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Ark Hills Heliport.
Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL)
Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS) is a major business field at 45.73°N / 5.08°E, France. Runway: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Sky Valet Lyon. Helicopter link: Alpes / Beaujolais.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 9,900 km · 5,346 NM
- Estimated block time
- 11h15
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Universal Aviation Japan — Tokyo Haneda (RJTT / HND)
- Arrival FBO
- Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
- Departure runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Alpes / Beaujolais
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Japon → France: 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 Tokyo to Lyon?
About 11h15 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 9,900 km great-circle between RJTT and LFLL.
Which aircraft suits Tokyo → Lyon?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Tokyo Haneda?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Universal Aviation Japan.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Japon → France: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

