Southern Sardinia begins at Cagliari, and its airport is listed as open 24 hours, with customs on site. Private jet charter at Cagliari Airport works for all business jets on a runway of 2,804 metres.
Private flights need prior permission at least 24 hours ahead. Charter-A makes the request and confirms it at the quote stage, so the date is settled before you commit.
The airport is at Elmas, serving Cagliari and the beaches to the east and south. Charter-A places the request and reports back, so you are not left waiting on the airport.
Flying privately to Cagliari
Cagliari Elmas is listed as open 24 hours, with the tower staffed round the clock. Runway 14/32 is 2,804 metres by 45, and all business jets are listed as suitable. Customs is on site. AviaVIP is the handling agent, with 24/7 availability listed. Prior permission is required, and private flights need it at least 24 hours ahead, so last-minute trips need a call to Charter-A first. Facilities and terminal arrangements beyond this are confirmed at the time of booking. Charter-A confirms all of this for your date before we quote.
Cagliari Elmas airport guide
A one-page Charter-A information sheet to keep or pass to your driver: runway, hours, customs, handling and where to arrive.
Download the PDF (381 KB)Cagliari Elmas Airport at a glance
| Location | Via dei Trasvolatori, Elmas (Cagliari), 09067 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LIEE · IATA CAG |
| Region | Sardinia (South), Italy |
| Nearest city | Cagliari |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours. |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – on site |
| Runway | 14/32 – 2,804 m × 45 m asphalt |
| Private jets | Yes — all business jets |
| Handling / FBO | AviaVIP |
| Prior permission | Required (PPR) — Charter-A arranges this for every flight |
| Airport website | sogaer.it |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (aviavip.com, aeronauticalinformation.it). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Cagliari
Cagliari is Sardinia's capital, a hill-and-harbour city with a historic old quarter. South of it, Villasimius and Chia are the beach destinations people fly to, and the south coast offers quieter coves than the north.
Private jet flight times to Cagliari
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 830 nm · 1,540 km | 2 hr 35 min | 2 hr 15 min |
| Manchester | 965 nm · 1,790 km | 3 hr | 2 hr 35 min |
| Edinburgh | 1,120 nm · 2,070 km | 3 hr 25 min | 2 hr 55 min |
| Paris | 650 nm · 1,200 km | 2 hr 05 min | 1 hr 50 min |
| Geneva | 440 nm · 810 km | 1 hr 30 min | 1 hr 20 min |
| Nice | 275 nm · 510 km | 1 hr 05 min | 55 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, Cagliari is a sector of about 830 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.
Cagliari: your questions answered
Does Cagliari Airport have customs?
Yes. Customs is listed as on site. Charter-A confirms what is needed for your passengers and aircraft when we quote, especially on flights arriving from outside the Schengen area.
How far ahead must a private flight to Cagliari be booked?
Private flights need prior permission at least 24 hours ahead. Charter-A makes the request and confirms it, so call us as early as you can.
Is Cagliari Airport open all night?
It is listed as open 24 hours, and the handling agent lists 24/7 availability. Charter-A confirms arrangements for your arrival time at booking. Late-night and early-morning arrivals are both worth mentioning when you enquire.
How long is the flight from London to Cagliari by private jet?
About 2 hr 35 min in a light jet and 2 hr 15 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 830 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Cagliari Elmas Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Cagliari Elmas 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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