Corsica's capital is also its busiest private-flying destination on the west coast, and the airport carries the name of its most famous son. Private jet charter at Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte means a 2,300-metre runway and air traffic control that is open around the clock.
That combination makes the field workable for a wide range of jets, subject to the stand limits on the general aviation apron. Private flights are handled by CASAVIA.
Charter-A arranges the aircraft, the permissions and the notice periods for you, so that the island end of your trip is settled before you leave.
Flying privately to Ajaccio
Air traffic control is open 24 hours. Customs is also available around the clock, but it needs 48 hours' notice for business and private flights, so build that into your timing. Prior permission is required.
The general aviation apron has 18 stands, with wingspan limits that step up from small aircraft to a largest stand taking up to 28.7 metres. The runway is 02/20, 2,300 metres by 45 metres, and the airport describes itself as jet-capable. Enquiries for the apron go through CASAVIA. Charter-A checks the stand fit against your aircraft at the quote stage.
Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte airport guide
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| Location | Route de Campo dell'Oro, Ajaccio, 20090 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LFKJ · IATA AJA |
| Region | Corsica (Corse-du-Sud), France |
| Nearest city | Ajaccio |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours (air traffic control). |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – 24 hours, with 48 hours' notice |
| Runway | 02/20 – 2,300 m × 45 m bituminous concrete (airport website quotes 2,407 m × 45 m) |
| Private jets | Yes — 2,300 m runway, PCN 35; stand wingspan limits apply on the general aviation apron |
| Handling / FBO | CASAVIA |
| Private terminal | General aviation apron with 18 stands (wingspans up to 28.7 m); enquiries to CASAVIA |
| Prior permission | Required (PPR) — Charter-A arranges this for every flight |
| Airport website | ajaccio-aeroport.cci.corsica |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (ajaccio-aeroport.cci.corsica, sia.aviation-civile.gouv.fr). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Ajaccio
Ajaccio is the birthplace of Napoléon and sits on a wide bay on Corsica's west coast, with a pastel old town, a working harbour and the Sanguinaires islands offshore. The south of the island, including its beaches and mountain villages, radiates from here. A hospital lies close to the airport, which is useful to know for medical travellers, and visitors arrive for both short breaks and longer island stays.
Private jet flight times to Ajaccio
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 680 nm · 1,260 km | 2 hr 10 min | 1 hr 50 min |
| Manchester | 815 nm · 1,510 km | 2 hr 35 min | 2 hr 10 min |
| Edinburgh | 965 nm · 1,790 km | 3 hr | 2 hr 35 min |
| Paris | 500 nm · 930 km | 1 hr 40 min | 1 hr 25 min |
| Geneva | 285 nm · 530 km | 1 hr 05 min | 55 min |
| Nice | 125 nm · 230 km | 35 min | 35 min |
Approximate airborne times in still air, worked out from the great-circle distance. Routing, winds and the aircraft chosen change them on the day; your quote gives the planned time for your flight.
Which aircraft?
From London, Ajaccio is a sector of about 680 nautical miles — within non-stop reach of every aircraft class, from turboprops and very light jets upwards. The number of passengers and the luggage usually decide the aircraft: light jets for up to seven, midsize jets and super midsize jets for more space, heavy jets for larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
Ajaccio: your questions answered
Is Ajaccio airport suitable for business jets?
Yes. The 2,300-metre runway is rated for business jets, and the general aviation apron has 18 stands. Wingspan limits apply to individual stands, so Charter-A checks your aircraft against them when we quote.
Is customs available at Ajaccio airport?
Yes, 24 hours, but business and private flights need 48 hours' notice for customs and police. Charter-A builds that notice into the booking, so your paperwork is in place before departure.
Is Ajaccio airport open at night?
Air traffic control is open 24 hours. Fuel is available only during the day, and customs needs notice. We will confirm the practical picture for your planned arrival time at booking.
Who handles private flights at Ajaccio?
CASAVIA handles general aviation here and takes enquiries for the apron. Charter-A coordinates with them on your behalf as part of the booking. Charter-A coordinates with them and checks the stand fit.
How long is the flight from London to Ajaccio by private jet?
About 2 hr 10 min in a light jet and 1 hr 50 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 680 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Ajaccio Napoléon Bonaparte Airport is free to download from this page as a PDF. It sets out the runway, opening hours, customs, handling agents and where to arrive for a private flight.
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