Which airport should I use for a private jet?

The one that gives the shortest complete journey for your aircraft and date. We compare airports around the final address, not just the map.

Which airports have dedicated business-aviation terminals?

Many do; we confirm the FBO or handling terminal for your airport and date.

Which airports suit light jets vs heavy jets?

Smaller airports often suit light jets; heavy and long-range aircraft may be restricted. The operator calculates each flight.

Which airports require slots or PPR?

Requirements vary by airport, season and date, so we confirm them per flight rather than publish a fixed list.

Which airports have steep-approach requirements?

Some do, and they require approved aircraft and crew. We check this for the specific aircraft.

Do airports have operating-hour or noise restrictions?

Many do, and they change. We confirm hours and restrictions for your date.

Nice or Cannes for the French Riviera?

Nice suits most aircraft; Cannes-Mandelieu can be closer for smaller aircraft, subject to restrictions.

Le Bourget or CDG for Paris?

Le Bourget is the usual business-aviation airport; CDG is a commercial hub used occasionally.

Which London airport is best?

It depends on where you are going, when you land and the aircraft. We compare Farnborough, Luton, Biggin Hill and London City for you.

Can LUND arrange onward transfers?

Yes. We arrange helicopter, chauffeur and yacht-tender transfers through licensed providers.

Private jet on an airport apron (illustrative)

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Q: What do IATA and ICAO codes mean?

IATA is the three-letter travel code (NCE); ICAO is the four-letter code used in flight planning (LFMN).

Q: Which airport should I use for Monaco?

Monaco has no airport. Nice is the usual gateway, with helicopter or car transfer.

Choose the airport around the complete journey—not simply the runway closest to the destination.

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The principle

The Nearest Airport Is Not Always the Best

The nearest airport on the map is not always the best airport for the journey. We separate four things that are often confused.

Destination

Where you want to be: Monaco, a yacht in Porto Cervo, an office in Mayfair.

Airport

Where the aircraft lands. One destination can be served by several airports.

FBO / handling

The business-aviation terminal or handling agent that receives the aircraft and passengers.

Transfer

The car, helicopter or tender from the aircraft to the final address. Often the longest part of the journey.

Codes

What Do IATA and ICAO Codes Mean?

IATA code

Three letters, used on tickets and in travel (for example NCE for Nice).

ICAO code

Four letters, used by pilots, operators and flight plans (for example LFMN for Nice).

Why both matter

We quote with the ICAO code so the operator, handler and flight plan all refer to the same airport.

How we choose

What Decides the Right Airport

Each of these is confirmed per flight by the operator and handler; we never rely on a fixed list.

Aircraft size

Larger aircraft may be restricted at smaller airports; the operator calculates each flight.

Runway and performance

Runway length, temperature, elevation and weight decide what is possible on the day.

Slots and PPR

Some airports require slots or prior permission (PPR); availability is confirmed per flight.

Steep approaches

Some airports need specific aircraft or crew approval; checked per aircraft and operator.

Hours and noise rules

Opening hours, curfews and noise limits vary and change; confirmed for your date.

Customs and immigration

Not every airport offers customs at every hour; arranged with the handler.

Business-aviation terminal

Whether a dedicated FBO terminal is available is confirmed with the handler.

Transfer time

The best airport is the one with the shortest door-to-door journey, not the shortest flight.

Decision guides

Choosing Between Airports

Monaco: Which airport should I use for Monaco?

Nice Côte d'Azur: The usual gateway for Monaco, which has no airport; onward by helicopter or car.
Helicopter or car: Chosen around your arrival time, luggage and the address in Monaco.

Monaco private jet page Nice airport guide

French Riviera: Nice or Cannes?

Nice Côte d'Azur: Suits most aircraft sizes and the widest range of destinations along the coast.
Cannes-Mandelieu: Closer to Cannes for smaller aircraft; restrictions mean suitability is confirmed per aircraft and flight.

French Riviera private jet page Nice airport guide

Paris: Le Bourget or CDG?

Paris Le Bourget: Dedicated business-aviation airport and the usual choice for private flights.
Paris CDG: A major commercial hub; occasionally used, for example for connections.

Paris private jet page

London: Farnborough, Luton, Biggin Hill or London City?

Farnborough: Business-aviation focused, south-west of London.
London Luton: North of London, with a wide range of aircraft movements.
London Biggin Hill: South-east of London, close to the City and Canary Wharf by road.
London City: Closest to the City; aircraft and crew restrictions mean suitability is confirmed per flight.

London private jet page Nice airport guide

Miami: Opa-locka or Miami International?

Miami-Opa Locka Executive: A business-aviation airport often preferred for private flights.
Miami International: The main commercial airport; used when the trip or aircraft calls for it.

Miami private jet page Nice airport guide

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