Lampedusa is a small island south of Sicily, and its airport is the way in for anyone who wants to fly rather than sail. Private jet charter at Lampedusa Airport is possible for business jets, but the runway is 1,795 metres, so aircraft performance needs checking first.
Charter-A checks the aircraft, the hours and the arrival requirements before we quote.
It is run by AST Aeroservizi, which also handles arriving aircraft. Charter-A asks the operator about permission and the supply-ship closures before we quote.
Flying privately to Lampedusa
Lampedusa is open daily from 06:00 to 22:00 local, and handling is available during those hours. Runway 08/26 is 1,795 metres by 45, and aircraft performance should be checked. AST Aeroservizi, the airport operator, handles arrivals. In summer the operator asks for an email to the apron office ahead of arrival, and one source states that 24 hours' permission is needed. The airport can close to fixed-wing aircraft while the supply ship is in the harbour. Jet A1 and Avgas are available. Customs is not stated in the information we hold, so Charter-A confirms it at booking.
Lampedusa 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 (382 KB)Lampedusa Airport at a glance
| Location | Contrada Cala Francese, Lampedusa, 92010 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LICD · IATA LMP |
| Region | Sicily (Pelagie Islands), Italy |
| Nearest city | Lampedusa |
| Opening hours | Daily 06:00–22:00 local. |
| Runway | 08/26 – 1,795 m × 45 m asphalt |
| Private jets | Yes — 1,795 m runway, check aircraft performance |
| Handling / FBO | AST Aeroservizi (airport operator) |
| Airport website | aeroportodilampedusa.it |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (aeroportodilampedusa.it, aeronauticalinformation.it). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Lampedusa
Lampedusa is the largest of the Pelagie Islands and lies closer to Africa than to the Sicilian mainland. Visitors come in summer for its beaches and clear water, and the island is also known for its nature reserve.
Private jet flight times to Lampedusa
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 1,105 nm · 2,050 km | 3 hr 25 min | 2 hr 55 min |
| Manchester | 1,240 nm · 2,300 km | 3 hr 50 min | 3 hr 10 min |
| Edinburgh | 1,390 nm · 2,580 km | 4 hr 15 min | 3 hr 35 min |
| Paris | 925 nm · 1,710 km | 2 hr 55 min | 2 hr 25 min |
| Geneva | 710 nm · 1,310 km | 2 hr 15 min | 1 hr 55 min |
| Nice | 550 nm · 1,020 km | 1 hr 50 min | 1 hr 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, Lampedusa is a sector of about 1,110 nautical miles. Light jets fly it non-stop; very light jets may need a fuel stop. Midsize jets and super midsize jets add cabin space and baggage room, and heavy jets suit larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
Lampedusa: your questions answered
Can a private jet land at Lampedusa?
Business jets can use the 1,795 metre runway, but aircraft performance should be checked. Charter-A checks your chosen aircraft against the runway before we quote.
Can Lampedusa Airport close unexpectedly?
It can close to fixed-wing aircraft while the supply ship is in the harbour. Charter-A raises this when we plan your dates, and confirms the position before you commit.
What permission does Lampedusa need for private flights?
In summer the operator asks for an email to its apron office ahead of arrival, and one source states that 24 hours' permission is needed. Charter-A sends the request and confirms the requirement.
How long is the flight from London to Lampedusa by private jet?
About 3 hr 25 min in a light jet and 2 hr 55 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 1,105 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Lampedusa Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Lampedusa 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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