London → Ibiza

London to Ibiza is one of Europe’s busiest summer private jet corridors, with the airport handling over 30 private jet landings per day during peak season. The route covers approximately 799 nautical miles (1,480 km) in 2 hours 10 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes, with light and midsize jets dominating the corridor between May and October.

Charter prices from London (2026)

One-way charter rates from London to Ibiza vary significantly by aircraft category and season:

• Light jet (6 to 8 passengers): £9,000 to £21,000 one-way. Best for couples and small groups with light luggage. The Phenom 300E and Citation CJ4 are the most common aircraft on this route.
• Midsize jet (7 to 9 passengers): £13,000 to £30,000 one-way. Stand-up cabin, enclosed lavatory, and larger baggage hold for week-long stays. The Citation XLS+ and Praetor 500 are popular choices.
• Heavy jet (10 to 16 passengers): £20,000 to £47,000 one-way. Full stand-up cabin with separate seating zones. Best for large groups or multi-leg itineraries continuing beyond Ibiza.

The wide price ranges reflect the difference between off-peak (June, September) and peak summer (late July, August) pricing. Peak weekends carry 20% to 30% surcharges. For a group of six on a light jet, the per-person cost works out to approximately £1,500 one-way: competitive with a last-minute business class fare but with a completely private, flexible experience.

Departure airports

Five London airports serve the Ibiza corridor, each with different advantages:

• Farnborough (EGLF): purpose-built business aviation facility southwest of London. The most premium departure experience, preferred by corporate and ultra-high-net-worth clients.
• Biggin Hill (EGKB): southeast London, roughly 30 minutes from central. The most popular airport for leisure Ibiza charters: uncongested, fast ground handling, ideal for Friday evening departures.
• Luton (EGGW): 35 minutes north of central London. Large Signature terminal with good facilities. Convenient for north London and Home Counties departures.
• London City (EGLC): 30 minutes from the financial district. Runway length limits aircraft to light and midsize jets, but both categories handle the Ibiza sector comfortably.
• Stansted (EGSS): 40 minutes northeast. Best for clients based in Essex, Hertfordshire, or Cambridgeshire.

Ibiza Airport: curfew and peak slots

Ibiza Airport (LEIB) has a dedicated private aviation terminal with a 2,800 metre runway that accommodates all aircraft types. Two operational constraints shape every booking:

• Night curfew: no arrivals or departures between approximately 23:30 and 06:00 local time. For Friday evening departures from London, you need to be wheels down by 22:30 at the latest. An early afternoon London departure (13:00 to 14:00) is the safest option.
• Peak slot coordination: July and August weekends require advance slot booking. Private flight movements increase by roughly 40% during peak summer. Last-minute Friday departures during peak season can face slot unavailability, so booking two to three weeks ahead is strongly recommended.

Once on the ground, expect 10 to 15 minutes from aircraft to car at the private terminal, compared to 30 to 60 minutes at the commercial terminal during peak season.

Empty leg flights: London to Ibiza

London to Ibiza is one of Europe’s strongest empty leg corridors in summer. Operators repositioning aircraft southbound on Friday afternoons and northbound on Sunday evenings create regular one-way opportunities:

• Typical savings: 40% to 75% off standard charter rates
• Price range: £5,000 to £9,500 one-way on a light jet
• Availability: almost every weekend from June through September, with peak availability in July and August
• The trade-off: departure time, date, and airport are fixed by the operator. You need date flexibility to take advantage.

Seasonal pricing

Not every summer week costs the same. Early June and September deliver Ibiza at its best (warm seas, open venues, full restaurant scene) at 15% to 25% below peak July and August pricing. The most expensive windows are late July to mid-August and closing party weekends in September. Shifting your travel by even two or three days from a peak weekend can save thousands.

UK Air Passenger Duty

As of April 2026, UK Air Passenger Duty stands at £142 per passenger on private aircraft with a maximum takeoff weight over 20 tonnes and fewer than 19 seats departing from UK airports. This primarily affects heavy jets. Most light and midsize jets fall below the 20-tonne threshold. From April 2027, the threshold drops to 5.7 tonnes, bringing most private jets into scope. Always confirm whether your quoted price includes APD.

For the full route guide with detailed pricing tables, aircraft comparisons, and booking strategies, read Private Jet to Ibiza: the complete 2026 guide.