Exeter Airport is five miles from the city and five minutes from the M5, which makes it the natural private-jet arrival point for Devon. Private jet charter at Exeter Airport is handled through XLR Executive Jet Centre, where the 2,076 metre grooved runway suits light to large-cabin business jets.
Hours change with the season, and out-of-hours movements are PPR with an extra charge. Charter-A arranges the aircraft, the mandatory handling and the customs paperwork, and will tell you at quote stage how your timings sit against the published hours. Ask us about ground transport to meet you on arrival.
Flying privately from Exeter
In summer the airport runs Monday to Friday 0800 to 2000, Saturday 0800 to 1900 and Sunday 0900 to 2000. In winter it runs Monday to Friday 0800 to 1800, with Saturday and Sunday 0900 to 1700. Out-of-hours movements are PPR, subject to availability and an extra charge.
Handling by XLR is mandatory for aircraft over 1,800 kg. Customs is on site during airport hours, arranged through the handling agent, and a General Aviation Report is required. The XLR centre has VIP lounges, crew facilities, direct tarmac access and a quiet lounge overlooking the airfield, and opens 0800 to 2000, with facilities on request 24 hours.
Exeter airport guide
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| Location | Exeter Airport, Exeter, Devon, EX5 2BD |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO EGTE · IATA EXT |
| Region | South West (Devon), England, United Kingdom |
| Nearest city | Exeter city centre — 5 miles; 5 min from the M5 |
| Opening hours | Summer (BST) Mon–Fri 08:00–20:00, Sat 08:00–19:00, Sun 09:00–20:00. Winter Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00, Sat–Sun 09:00–17:00. Out-of-hours movements PPR, extra charge and subject to availability. XLR FBO 08:00–20:00, facilities available 24 hours on request |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – on site (as airport hours, via the handling agent; GAR required) |
| Runway | 08/26 – 2,076 m × 45 m asphalt (grooved) |
| Private jets | Yes — 2,076 m grooved runway; XLR handles light to large-cabin business jets |
| Handling / FBO | XLR Executive Jet Centre Exeter (mandatory for aircraft over 1,800 kg) |
| Private terminal | XLR Executive Jet Centre – VIP lounges, dedicated crew facilities, direct tarmac access, ample private-jet parking; quiet lounge overlooking the airfield |
| Prior permission | Required (PPR) — Charter-A arranges this for every flight |
| Airport website | exeter-airport.co.uk |
Details checked 29 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (exeter-airport.co.uk, xlrjetcentres.com, aurora.nats.co.uk). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Exeter
Exeter is the cathedral city of Devon, and the airport serves the whole county, including Dartmoor, the Jurassic Coast and the Exe estuary, as well as towns such as Topsham and Exmouth. The airport is five miles from the city and five minutes from the M5. Beyond the county, Cornwall and Somerset are also within reasonable reach by road, and many passengers arrive here to begin a coastal weekend or a day of business in the south-west.
Private jet flight times from Exeter
| To | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | 250 nm · 460 km | 1 hr | 50 min |
| Geneva | 465 nm · 860 km | 1 hr 35 min | 1 hr 20 min |
| Nice | 605 nm · 1,120 km | 2 hr | 1 hr 40 min |
| Palma de Mallorca | 720 nm · 1,330 km | 2 hr 20 min | 2 hr |
| Málaga | 845 nm · 1,570 km | 2 hr 40 min | 2 hr 15 min |
| London | 130 nm · 240 km | 40 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?
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 Exeter 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.
Exeter: your questions answered
Can a private jet land at Exeter Airport?
Yes. The 2,076 metre grooved runway and XLR Executive Jet Centre handle light to large-cabin business jets. Handling is mandatory for aircraft over 1,800 kg, and Charter-A books it with your flight.
Does Exeter Airport have customs?
Customs is on site during airport hours, arranged via the handling agent, and a General Aviation Report is required. Charter-A coordinates this as part of your booking.
What are Exeter Airport's opening hours?
Summer hours are Monday to Friday 0800 to 2000, Saturday 0800 to 1900 and Sunday 0900 to 2000. Winter hours are shorter. Out-of-hours movements are PPR and carry an extra charge.
How long is the flight from Exeter to Paris by private jet?
About 1 hr in a light jet and 50 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 250 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Exeter Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Exeter 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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