List of airports around London
On the map above are located airports open to private aviation within a radius of 80km of London. But which airports are most practical? When to use which ones? In this article, you will find all the tips and information to choose objectively the airport that best suits your needs. When you fly by private jet you choose the most convenient airports for your flight and avoid lengthy journeys to and from airports.
London Heathrow - LHR, EGLL
Located 28 km (50 minutes) from London, Heathrow Airport welcomes jets of all sizes. Beware, however, of high airport taxes.
London Farnborough - FAB, EGLF
Farnborough Airport is exclusively dedicated to business and can welcome private jets of all sizes
Lydd London Ashford - LYX, EGMD
Lydd London Ashford Airport, also referred to as London Ashford Airport, offers convenient access to the South East of England.
Oxford - OXF, EGTK
Located 15 km northwest of Oxford's city-centre and 100km (1h30) from London, London Oxford Airport is the only ICAO-listed civilian airport in Oxfordshire.
R.A.F. Northolt - NHT, EGWU
22 km (1 hour) from London RAF Northolt Airport requires a landing permit in advance as it is used primarily for military and royal family transportation.
London Southend - SEN, EGMC
London Southend Airport is an international airport located 1h20 east of London and can support jets of all sizes. This airport has customs clearance.
Blackbushe - BBS, EGLK
65 km (1h10) away from the heart of London, the small Blackbushe airport is open 7 days a week and has a lounge for VIP passengers.
Gatwick - LGW, EGKK
Gatwick Airport is dedicated to commercial aviation. Located south of London, the airport offers a sizable 10,879 km runway, which welcomes jets of all sizes.
London Biggin Hill - BQH, EGKB
London Biggin Hill Airport welcomes jets of all sizes and has several dedicated executive terminals.
Cambridge City - CBG, EGSC
Cambridge International Airport is located less than 3km away from Cambridge University and the city centre, and about 80km from London.
London Luton - LTN, EGGW
London Luton Airport is the busiest private aviation airport in the UK. It has three dedicated aviation terminals and can support jets of all sizes.
London City - LCY, EGLC
London City Airport is the closest airport to Central London. The airport is open to private aviation and requires special crew qualifications.
London Stansted - STN, EGSS
Open 24/7, London Stansted Airport is located 65km from the city centre and has dedicated private jet facilities. Its runway welcomes jets of all sizes.