Ljubljana's airport never closes, though services thin out overnight, and that is the first thing to plan around. Private jet charter at Ljubljana Airport uses a General Aviation Centre inside the main passenger terminal, signposted as VIP Services, General Aviation, with customs on site 24 hours a day.
The runway is 3,300 metres, so all business jets are accepted. The centre assists with customs and police formalities, hotel and car bookings, de-icing and cabin cleaning. Charter-A arranges the aircraft, permission and handling, and confirms night-time arrangements with the centre. Charter-A confirms which access route applies.
Flying privately to Ljubljana
The airport is open 24 hours, with reduced services between 23:00 and 06:00 local, when fire cover drops to category 3 and handling capacity is reduced. It is not slot coordinated, but general aviation aircraft need prior permission at least 24 hours before arrival. The staff security checkpoint to the General Aviation Centre operates 06:00–21:00; outside those hours access is via checkpoint R1 with an airport badge or prior notice. Runway 12/30 is 3,300 by 45 metres of asphalt. Airport charges are paid in the Load Control office, by cash in euro or major cards.
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik airport guide
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| Location | Zgornji Brnik 130a, Brnik-Aerodrom, 4210 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LJLJ · IATA LJU |
| Region | Ljubljana area (Brnik), Slovenia |
| Nearest city | Ljubljana — About 20 km north-west of Ljubljana city centre |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours. Reduced services 23:00–06:00 local (lower fire-cover category, reduced handling capacity). |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – on site, 24 hours |
| Runway | 12/30 – 3,300 m × 45 m asphalt |
| Private jets | Yes — all business jets; declared fire cover category 7 (category 3 between 23:00 and 06:00 local) |
| Handling / FBO | Fraport Slovenija – General Aviation Centre |
| Private terminal | General Aviation Centre inside the main passenger terminal, in the refurbished former restaurant premises to the left just before the staff security checkpoint; follow the signs 'VIP Services, General Aviation'. |
| Prior permission | Required (PPR) — Charter-A arranges this for every flight |
| Airport website | lju-airport.si |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (aim.sloveniacontrol.si, b2b.lju-airport.si, lju-airport.si). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Ljubljana
Ljubljana is Slovenia's capital, a compact city of bridges and riverside cafés, with Lake Bled, the Julian Alps and the coast within the country. The airport lies about 20 km north-west of the city centre, at Brnik. Charter-A confirms transfers to your hotel or onward destination when you book. Charter-A can also advise on onward travel across Slovenia.
Private jet flight times to Ljubljana
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 655 nm · 1,210 km | 2 hr 05 min | 1 hr 50 min |
| Manchester | 775 nm · 1,430 km | 2 hr 30 min | 2 hr 05 min |
| Edinburgh | 885 nm · 1,640 km | 2 hr 45 min | 2 hr 20 min |
| Paris | 515 nm · 950 km | 1 hr 45 min | 1 hr 30 min |
| Geneva | 345 nm · 640 km | 1 hr 15 min | 1 hr 05 min |
| Nice | 345 nm · 640 km | 1 hr 15 min | 1 hr 05 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, Ljubljana is a sector of about 660 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.
Ljubljana: your questions answered
Is Ljubljana Airport open 24 hours?
Yes, with reduced services between 23:00 and 06:00 local. Charter-A will confirm night-time arrangements with the General Aviation Centre and plan your flight accordingly before you travel.
Does Ljubljana Airport have customs?
Yes, on site, 24 hours. The General Aviation Centre also assists with police formalities. Charter-A will confirm what applies to your route and passengers at quote stage, before it confirms the flight.
Do private flights need permission at Ljubljana?
Yes, at least 24 hours before arrival, although the airport is not slot coordinated. Charter-A makes the request for you and confirms the permission with you before you travel.
How far is Ljubljana Airport from the city?
About 20 km north-west of Ljubljana city centre. Charter-A will confirm the transfer time to your destination at booking, so that your car is timed to your arrival.
How long is the flight from London to Ljubljana by private jet?
About 2 hr 05 min in a light jet and 1 hr 50 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 655 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Ljubljana Jože Pučnik 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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