Maribor is Slovenia's second international airport, and it is used mostly by flight schools, so private jet handling is basic. Private jet charter at Maribor Airport suits visitors to north-east Slovenia who value a long runway: 2,500 by 45 metres, with an instrument landing system.
Hours are short and customs is on request, so everything needs arranging well in advance with the airport operator. Charter-A does that for you, confirms what the airport can provide for your aircraft and passengers, and advises plainly if it is not the right fit. Charter-A will say plainly if it is not the right fit.
Flying privately to Maribor
Hours are daily 08:30–18:00 local in winter and 08:30–20:00 in summer. Other times are only by request, submitted at least 48 hours before arrival or departure. Customs is on request: flights from outside the EU customs union must request it in advance. Handling is by the aerodrome operator, and the airport is open but used mostly by flight schools, so business-aviation handling is limited. Runway 14/32 is 2,500 by 45 metres of asphalt, with a 1,200-metre grass strip alongside. Fuel is Jet A-1 and Avgas 100LL.
Maribor Edvard Rusjan airport guide
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| Location | Orehova vas, Maribor |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LJMB · IATA MBX |
| Region | Maribor area, north-east Slovenia, Slovenia |
| Nearest city | Maribor — About 9 km from Maribor railway station |
| Opening hours | Daily 08:30–18:00 local in winter, 08:30–20:00 in summer. Other times only by request, 48 hours' notice. |
| Customs & immigration | On request – flights from outside the EU customs union must request customs in advance (load@mbx-airport.si or +386 2 6291 553) |
| Runway | 14/32 – 2,500 m × 45 m asphalt (plus 1,200 m grass strip) |
| Private jets | Yes — 2,500 m runway with instrument landing system; limited business-aviation handling |
| Handling / FBO | Aerodrome operator (DRI upravljanje investicij d.o.o.) |
| Airport website | mbx-airport.si |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (aim.sloveniacontrol.si, mbx-airport.si). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Maribor
Maribor is Slovenia's second city, in the north-east of the country, on the Drava river and at the edge of a wine-growing region, with the Pohorje hills above it. The airport is about 9 km from Maribor railway station. Charter-A confirms road transfers to your destination when you book. Charter-A can also advise on onward travel across north-east Slovenia.
Private jet flight times to Maribor
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 690 nm · 1,280 km | 2 hr 15 min | 1 hr 55 min |
| Manchester | 805 nm · 1,490 km | 2 hr 35 min | 2 hr 10 min |
| Edinburgh | 910 nm · 1,680 km | 2 hr 50 min | 2 hr 25 min |
| Paris | 555 nm · 1,030 km | 1 hr 50 min | 1 hr 35 min |
| Geneva | 395 nm · 730 km | 1 hr 25 min | 1 hr 10 min |
| Nice | 395 nm · 730 km | 1 hr 25 min | 1 hr 10 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, Maribor is a sector of about 690 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.
Maribor: your questions answered
Can a private jet land at Maribor Airport?
Yes. The 2,500-metre runway has an instrument landing system, but business-aviation handling is limited. Charter-A confirms what is possible for your aircraft before it quotes the flight.
Does Maribor Airport have customs?
On request. Flights from outside the EU customs union must request it in advance, at the airport. Charter-A will arrange this at booking and confirm it with the airport operator.
What hours is Maribor Airport open?
08:30–18:00 in winter and 08:30–20:00 in summer, local. Other times need 48 hours' notice. Charter-A plans within those hours and confirms them with the airport operator.
How far is Maribor Airport from the city?
About 9 km from Maribor railway station. Charter-A will confirm the transfer to your destination when you book, so that your car is timed to your arrival.
How long is the flight from London to Maribor by private jet?
About 2 hr 15 min in a light jet and 1 hr 55 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 690 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Maribor Edvard Rusjan 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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