Private jet from London to Palma.
A private jet from London to Palma covers 726 nautical miles (836 miles) in about 2h 10m on a light jet. A one-way charter is estimated at £5,695–£8,918 ($7,600–$11,900); an empty leg on the same route typically costs £1,424–£6,670 ($1,900–$8,900). Flights usually depart from London Luton Airport or Farnborough Airport and arrive at Palma de Mallorca Airport.
| Distance | 726 nm · 836 mi · 1,345 km (great-circle) |
|---|---|
| Typical block time | 2h 10m on a light jet |
| Non-stop categories | Turboprop, Very light jet, Light jet, Midsize jet, Super-midsize jet, Heavy jet, Ultra-long-range jet |
| One-way charter estimate | £5,695–£8,918 ($7,600–$11,900) (light jet) |
| Empty leg estimate | £1,424–£6,670 ($1,900–$8,900) |
| Time zone change | +1 h (Europe/London → Europe/Madrid) |
| Departure airports | London Luton Airport, Farnborough Airport, London Biggin Hill Airport, London Stansted Airport, London Oxford Airport, RAF Northolt, London City Airport, London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport |
| Arrival airports | Palma de Mallorca Airport |
Palma is the family alternative to Ibiza and a longer season. The airport handles a large amount of business aviation, and its general aviation terminal is quick even in August.
How much does a private jet from London to Palma cost?
A one-way charter from London to Palma is estimated at £5,695–£8,918 ($7,600–$11,900) on a light jet, and an empty leg at £1,424–£6,670 ($1,900–$8,900).
Price depends on the aircraft category and the block time, not on how many people travel. The table applies published hourly-rate bands to this route’s block time and models empty legs at 25–75% below the charter estimate (Business Travel Executive, 2023). Prices are shown in GBP with US dollars in brackets at the European Central Bank rate (ECB, 2026).
| Aircraft category | Block time | Non-stop | One-way charter (est.) | Empty leg (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 3h 03m | Yes | £4,571–£7,044 ($6,100–$9,400) | £1,124–£5,321 ($1,500–$7,100) |
| Very light jet | 2h 27m | Yes | £4,946–£6,445 ($6,600–$8,600) | £1,274–£4,871 ($1,700–$6,500) |
| Light jet | 2h 10m | Yes | £5,695–£8,918 ($7,600–$11,900) | £1,424–£6,670 ($1,900–$8,900) |
| Midsize jet | 2h 01m | Yes | £7,569–£12,140 ($10,100–$16,200) | £1,873–£9,143 ($2,500–$12,200) |
| Super-midsize jet | 1h 54m | Yes | £10,716–£15,662 ($14,300–$20,900) | £2,698–£11,765 ($3,600–$15,700) |
| Heavy jet | 1h 50m | Yes | £12,365–£20,533 ($16,500–$27,400) | £3,072–£15,437 ($4,100–$20,600) |
| Ultra-long-range jet | 1h 46m | Yes | £18,510–£29,076 ($24,700–$38,800) | £4,646–£21,807 ($6,200–$29,100) |
Model estimate, not a quote. See how we calculate prices.
How long is the flight from London to Palma?
The flight takes about 2h 10m on a light jet, and 1h 46m on an ultra-long-range jet.
Block time is the great-circle distance of 726 nautical miles divided by a typical block speed for each category, plus fifteen minutes for taxi. Winds, routing and air traffic control can add or remove ten to twenty minutes. Clocks in Palma are 1 hour ahead of London. Every category flies this route non-stop.
Which airports do private jets use between London and Palma?
Most flights depart from London Luton Airport and arrive at Palma de Mallorca Airport; 8 other airports serve the two cities.
London
| Airport | Codes | Longest runway | Distance to centre | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Luton Airport | EGGW / LTN | 2,162 m | 44 km | Business aviation terminal |
| Farnborough Airport | EGLF / FAB | 2,440 m | 52 km | Business aviation terminal |
| London Biggin Hill Airport | EGKB / BQH | 1,806 m | 23 km | Business aviation terminal |
| London Stansted Airport | EGSS / STN | 3,049 m | 49 km | Airport with GA terminal |
| London Oxford Airport | EGTK / OXF | 1,526 m | 90 km | Business aviation terminal |
| RAF Northolt | EGWU / NHT | 1,690 m | 21 km | Business aviation terminal |
| London City Airport | EGLC / LCY | 1,508 m | 13 km | Airport with GA terminal |
| London Heathrow Airport | EGLL / LHR | 3,901 m | 23 km | Airport with GA terminal |
| London Gatwick Airport | EGKK / LGW | 3,317 m | 40 km | Airport with GA terminal |
Runway lengths and coordinates from OurAirports (OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026); straight-line distances to the city centre use Wikidata coordinates (Wikidata (CC0), 2026).
Palma
| Airport | Codes | Longest runway | Distance to centre | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palma de Mallorca Airport | LEPA / PMI | 3,270 m | 8 km | Business aviation terminal |
Runway lengths and coordinates from OurAirports (OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026); straight-line distances to the city centre use Wikidata coordinates (Wikidata (CC0), 2026).
Which aircraft suit London to Palma?
Any category can fly this route non-stop; the lowest-cost option is usually a turboprop.
Non-stop feasibility compares the distance with 85% of each category’s typical range, which leaves a reserve for winds and alternates. On a sector of this length a light or midsize jet balances cost and comfort; larger cabins add space rather than speed.
- Turboprop: Pilatus PC-12 NGX, Beechcraft King Air 350i, Daher TBM 960
- Very light jet: Cessna Citation Mustang, Embraer Phenom 100, HondaJet Elite
- Light jet: Cessna Citation CJ3+ / CJ4, Embraer Phenom 300E, Bombardier Learjet 75
- Midsize jet: Cessna Citation XLS+ / Latitude, Embraer Praetor 500, Hawker 800XP / 900XP
- Super-midsize jet: Bombardier Challenger 3500, Embraer Praetor 600, Cessna Citation Longitude
- Heavy jet: Bombardier Challenger 650, Dassault Falcon 900LX, Embraer Legacy 650
- Ultra-long-range jet: Bombardier Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER / G700, Dassault Falcon 8X
Are empty legs available from London to Palma?
Not on the public board today; availability depends on operators repositioning along this corridor, and most legs are published only days ahead.
Empty legs follow the traffic. May to October, with Easter and the autumn half term adding shoulder-season peaks. Set up an alert for this route and we message you when a matching flight is released.
Where does the London to Palma route go?
The great-circle track runs 726 nautical miles between the two city centres.
Flying London to Palma
Light jets are typical on the route, with midsize aircraft appearing for larger family groups.
Light jets are typical on the route, with midsize aircraft appearing for larger family groups. The flight is a comfortable two and a half hours.
Palma’s summer runs longer than Ibiza’s, so shoulder-season empty legs in May, June, September and October are common and well priced.
Questions about London to Palma
How long is a private jet flight from London to Palma?
About 2h 10m block time on a light jet over 726 nautical miles, including a quarter-hour taxi allowance. Larger jets are a few minutes quicker. Add fifteen minutes at each terminal.
How much does a private jet from London to Palma cost?
A one-way charter is estimated at £5,695–£8,918 ($7,600–$11,900) on a light jet, and an empty leg on the same route at £1,424–£6,670 ($1,900–$8,900). These are model estimates from published hourly rates, not quotes; the operator confirms the price.
Which airports do private jets use between London and Palma?
Departures usually use London Luton Airport, Farnborough Airport, London Biggin Hill Airport; arrivals Palma de Mallorca Airport. The aircraft’s base and your onward plans decide which.
How long is London to Palma on a private jet?
About two and a half hours on a light jet.
Is Palma airport busy for private jets?
It is busy but efficient. The general aviation terminal is separate from the airline terminal and clears passengers in minutes.
Can an empty leg flight be cancelled?
Yes. An empty leg exists only because of another customer’s booking. If that customer changes date or route, or cancels, the empty leg may be rescheduled or withdrawn. Refund terms are set out in your charter agreement, and consequential costs such as hotels or replacement flights are not normally covered. Check the terms before you pay. No audited industry cancellation rate is published.
Do you pay per seat or for the whole aircraft?
Almost always the whole aircraft. An empty leg on an eight-seat jet costs the same for one passenger or eight, which is why empty legs work best for groups. A few operators and apps sell single seats on selected flights; where that applies, the listing says so.
Sources
- Paramount Business Jets, "Private Jet Rental | Jet Cost & Hourly Rates (2026)", 2026-08 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Amalfi Jets, "Private Jet Cost Per Hour 2026: Rates by Jet Type", 2026-06-15 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Jetvice, "Private Jet Charter Hourly Rates 2026", 2026-09-01 (accessed 2026-09-20)
- Business Travel Executive, "Empty Legs, Empty Promises?", 2023-02-02 (accessed 2026-09-20). XO estimate that 30–50% of the charter fleet often flies empty; Victor on savings of up to 75%; Chapman Freeborn on change and cancellation risk.
- European Central Bank euro foreign exchange reference rates (via frankfurter.dev), 2026-09-18 (accessed 2026-09-20). Rates used for USD, EUR and GBP conversions.
- OurAirports open data (public domain), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). Airport codes, coordinates, elevation and runway lengths.
- Wikidata (CC0), 2026-09-20 (accessed 2026-09-20). City-centre coordinates used for airport-to-city distances.
Last reviewed 20 September 2026 by Empty Leg Exclusive Editorial Team.
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