Biggin Hill is a business aviation airport on the southern edge of Greater London, in Bromley, about 15 miles from the centre of the capital. Private jet charter at Biggin Hill Airport offers a 1,806 metre grooved runway, no runway slots, and Border Force co-located with the airport's own handler.
Two full-service FBOs operate here, Biggin Hill Executive Handling and Jetex London, and handling extends to aircraft up to Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 size. Charter-A arranges the aircraft, the PPR and the handler, and confirms hours and customs at quote stage.
Flying privately from Biggin Hill
The airport is open weekdays 0630 to 2300 and weekends and public holidays 0800 to 2200, local time, and no operations take place outside those hours. No runway slots are required, but every flight is strictly PPR, and handling is mandatory for non-based aircraft over six tonnes.
UK Border Force is co-located with Biggin Hill Executive Handling during airport hours, and the airport is a port of entry. Executive Handling's private terminal and Jetex London both have direct ramp access for cars and helicopters. The Landing Hotel stands on site. The runway is 03/21.
London Biggin Hill airport guide
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| Location | Biggin Hill Airport, Biggin Hill, Bromley, TN16 3BH |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO EGKB · IATA BQH |
| Region | London & South East (Bromley), England, United Kingdom |
| Nearest city | central London — approx. 15 miles; 6-minute London Heli Shuttle helicopter transfer |
| Opening hours | Weekdays 06:30–23:00; weekends and public holidays 08:00–22:00 (local). No operations outside aerodrome operating hours |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – on site (UK Border Force co-located with Biggin Hill Executive Handling during airport hours) |
| Runway | 03/21 – 1,806 m × 45 m macadam (grooved) |
| Private jets | Yes — dedicated business aviation airport; handling for business aircraft up to B737/A320 size |
| Handling / FBO | Biggin Hill Executive Handling (airport-owned FBO) · Jetex London (FBO) |
| Private terminal | Biggin Hill Executive Handling private terminal (co-located with UK Border Force) and Jetex London FBO – both with direct ramp access for cars and helicopters |
| Prior permission | Required (PPR) — Charter-A arranges this for every flight |
| Airport website | bigginhillairport.com |
Details checked 29 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (bigginhillairport.com, aurora.nats.co.uk). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Biggin Hill
Biggin Hill is in the London Borough of Bromley, roughly 15 miles from central London. A six-minute helicopter transfer connects the airport to the capital, and the North Downs, Kent and Surrey are close, as are the City and Mayfair by road. For travellers heading to the south-east, rather than into the centre, the airport is often simpler than a larger London airport.
Private jet flight times from Biggin Hill
| To | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | 170 nm · 310 km | 45 min | 40 min |
| Geneva | 390 nm · 720 km | 1 hr 20 min | 1 hr 10 min |
| Nice | 545 nm · 1,010 km | 1 hr 50 min | 1 hr 35 min |
| Palma de Mallorca | 715 nm · 1,330 km | 2 hr 20 min | 1 hr 55 min |
| Málaga | 900 nm · 1,670 km | 2 hr 50 min | 2 hr 25 min |
| Edinburgh | 305 nm · 560 km | 1 hr 05 min | 1 hr |
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?
Charter-A matches the aircraft to the runway, the number of passengers and how far you are flying. For UK and near-European sectors from Biggin Hill that usually means one of the turboprops, very light jets or light jets; longer flights and larger groups step up to midsize jets and heavy jets.
Your car at Biggin Hill
Chauffeur-driven cars can be arranged with your flight, at cost, and timed to your aircraft: if your flight moves, your car moves with it. Our chauffeur partner, Executive Global Travel, runs a Mercedes fleet from the S-Class to the V-Class and Sprinter for larger parties.
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- The chauffeur fleet: Mercedes S-Class, V-Class and Sprinter
Biggin Hill: your questions answered
Does Biggin Hill Airport have customs?
Yes, UK Border Force is co-located with Biggin Hill Executive Handling during airport hours, and the airport is a port of entry. Charter-A gives advance notice as part of your booking.
Do private jets need slots at Biggin Hill?
No runway slots are required. Flights are strictly PPR, though, and handling is mandatory for non-based aircraft over six tonnes. Charter-A arranges both for you.
How far is Biggin Hill from central London?
About 15 miles by road. A helicopter transfer takes around six minutes, and both FBOs have direct ramp access for cars and helicopters. We can arrange either with your flight.
When does Biggin Hill Airport close?
Weekdays 2300, weekends and public holidays 2200, local time. No operations take place outside those published hours, so a late return must land before then.
How long is the flight from Biggin Hill to Paris by private jet?
About 45 min in a light jet and 40 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 170 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for London Biggin Hill Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for London Biggin Hill 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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