Private jet London to Nice
The gateway to Cannes, Monaco and the Riviera, and one of the most requested private routes from London. Tell us your dates and we'll come back with suitable aircraft from licensed operators, in writing.
- Flying time
- About 1h 45m
- Distance
- About 640 miles
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
- Busiest months
- May to September
Riviera in under two hours
Most London to Nice flights take about an hour and three quarters, depending on the aircraft and the winds. Light and midsize jets fly it non-stop with room to spare.
Demand builds through spring and peaks from May to September, especially at weekends and around the Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix in May. Aircraft and airport slots get scarce at those times, so the earlier you enquire, the more options we can usually show you.
Out of season the route stays steady with business travel and owners visiting second homes, and there's often more choice of aircraft.
Where you leave from, and where you land
We compare the whole journey, door to door. The operator confirms each airport for your aircraft and times.
London
Farnborough
Business aviation only. Often the natural choice for west London, Surrey and the Thames Valley.
Biggin Hill
Business aviation south-east of the city, well placed for Kent, south London and the City.
Luton
Large private-aviation operation to the north, practical for north London and Hertfordshire.
Côte d'Azur
Nice Côte d'Azur
The main airport for the Riviera, with private terminal facilities and room for most aircraft sizes. Slots must be arranged in advance, and the operator handles this.
Cannes-Mandelieu
Closer to Cannes, but daytime only, with a shorter runway and a weight limit that rules out larger jets. Slots and parking permission are needed for every flight.
Monaco
Monaco has no runway. Most visitors land at Nice and continue by car or helicopter. We can arrange the car or helicopter transfer for you on request.
Three ways to fly it
Examples of the sizes that suit this route. The right choice depends on your group, your luggage and how much space you want. We confirm the exact aircraft with the operator.
Seat counts vary between individual aircraft. Before we put an option forward, the operator confirms that your passengers and luggage will fit.
What shapes the price
We don't publish prices for this route, because a figure on a web page rarely matches a real trip.
- Aircraft size and the flying time.
- Positioning: whether the aircraft has to fly empty to collect you or return afterwards.
- Waiting or overnight stays on a return trip.
- Airport and handling fees at both ends.
- Dates and demand: peak summer weekends and May events cost more.
Each quote shows the full price, what's included, what isn't, and how long it's valid.
London to Nice, answered
How long is a private jet flight from London to Nice?
About an hour and three quarters in most jets, depending on the aircraft, the airports and the winds on the day. The operator confirms the schedule.
Which airport is best for Cannes or Monaco?
Nice Côte d'Azur suits most trips and most aircraft. Cannes-Mandelieu is closer to Cannes but only takes smaller aircraft, in daytime. For Monaco, most people land at Nice and continue by car or helicopter, which we can arrange for you.
Can I fly with my dog?
Often, yes, if the operator agrees and the travel documents are in order. Tell us when you enquire and we'll check before we quote.
Do I need to book early for the Grand Prix or Film Festival?
It helps. Aircraft and slots at Nice and Cannes are in heavy demand in May, so enquiring early gives you more choice.
Is there an empty leg from London to Nice?
Sometimes, especially at the end of busy weekends, but they depend on other bookings and can change. If your dates are flexible, sign up for empty-leg alerts.
Other popular routes
Ibiza
Summer weekends and villas- Flying time
- about 2h 15m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to super-midsize
Mykonos
Greek islands- Flying time
- about 3h 45m
- Typical aircraft
- Midsize to super-midsize
Palma
Mallorca- Flying time
- about 2h 10m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Málaga
Marbella and the Costa del Sol- Flying time
- about 2h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Midsize
Olbia
Sardinia and the Costa Smeralda- Flying time
- about 2h 20m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Geneva
Verbier, Chamonix and Swiss business- Flying time
- about 1h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Chambéry
Courchevel and the Three Valleys- Flying time
- about 1h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Paris
Le Bourget, for central Paris- Flying time
- about 1h
- Typical aircraft
- Very light to light
Zurich
Finance and the Swiss Alps- Flying time
- about 1h 35m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Milan
Linate, close to the city- Flying time
- about 1h 50m
- Typical aircraft
- Light to midsize
Dubai
Business and winter sun- Flying time
- about 7h
- Typical aircraft
- Heavy or long-range
Abu Dhabi
The UAE capital- Flying time
- about 7h
- Typical aircraft
- Heavy or long-range
Doha
Qatar- Flying time
- about 6h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Heavy or long-range
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia- Flying time
- about 6h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Heavy or long-range
New York
Teterboro, for Manhattan- Flying time
- about 8h
- Typical aircraft
- Long-range
Miami
Florida and the Caribbean- Flying time
- about 9h 30m
- Typical aircraft
- Long-range
Los Angeles
Van Nuys, for LA- Flying time
- about 11h
- Typical aircraft
- Long-range, or a fuel stop