MARKET OVERVIEW
Choose the airport around the passenger
London has no single default private aviation airport. Geography, operating hours, slots, customs, aircraft size and the final address create meaningful tradeoffs among Farnborough, Luton, Biggin Hill and Stansted.
EWA planning view
Farnborough is a purpose-built business aviation airport southwest of London; Luton has major FBO infrastructure north of the city; Biggin Hill serves the southeast; Stansted offers a long runway and broad handling capability northeast of London.
AT A GLANCE
Farnborough roleDedicated business aviation
Luton runway2,162 m
Southeast optionBiggin Hill
Large-aircraft optionStansted
AIRPORT COMPARISON
The shortlist—and why it changes
| Code | Airport | Best considered for | Planning detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAB / EGLF | Farnborough Airport | Southwest London / Surrey | A dedicated business aviation airport. Its operator publishes airfield specifications and operating information for flight planning. |
| LTN / EGGW | London Luton | North London | London Luton identifies Harrods Aviation and Signature Aviation as business aviation providers; the airport has a single 2,162-metre runway. |
| BQH / EGKB | London Biggin Hill | Southeast London | A business aviation-focused airport positioned southeast of central London, with published operating and handling information. |
| STN / EGSS | London Stansted | Northeast London / large aircraft | A major airport with extensive runway and handling capability, useful for large-cabin and specialized missions. |
FROM THE CHARTER DESK
Airport fees alone do not determine value. A lower-cost airport on the wrong side of London can erase the benefit through ground time. EWA presents the airport tradeoff alongside the aircraft proposal.
1
Start with addresses
We compare door-to-door ground time at both ends.
2
Fit the aircraft
Runway, passengers, baggage, weather and range define viable options.
3
Verify operations
Current handling, slots, permits and operator authority are confirmed.
A QUOTE BUILT AROUND THE MISSION
