Paris Vatry is in Champagne, well east of the capital, and its runway is a very long 3,860 metres. Private jet charter at Paris Vatry suits travellers bound for Reims, Châlons-en-Champagne and the vineyards, and the airport states that private and business flights are accepted around the clock.
The airport website places it about 150 kilometres east of Paris, so it is not a substitute for Le Bourget if you need the city. Charter-A arranges assistance through the airport operator and confirms plans at booking, subject to availability. Think of it as a Champagne-country airport first and a Paris one second.
Flying privately to Paris Vatry
The tower is staffed Monday to Friday 07:00 to 19:00, and on Saturday and Sunday 09:30 to 12:45 and 14:00 to 19:00 local, although private and business flights are accepted round the clock. Customs is on site from 07:00 to 23:00, extendable on request.
Runway 10/28 is 3,860 by 45 metres, so any business jet or airliner can use it. Assistance from the airport operator, EPGAV (XCR Airport), is compulsory for every aircraft. Rescue cover is provided during commercial flights and otherwise needs 48 hours' notice. The airport is mainly used for cargo and holiday charter.
Paris Vatry Airport (Châlons Vatry, XCR) airport guide
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| Location | Rue Louis Blériot, Bussy-Lettrée, 51320 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LFOK |
| Region | Grand Est (Champagne), France |
| Nearest city | Reims / Châlons-en-Champagne (about 150 km east of Paris per the airport website) |
| Opening hours | Tower Mon–Fri 07:00–19:00, Sat–Sun 09:30–12:45 and 14:00–19:00 local. Airport states private and business flights are accepted around the clock. |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – on site 07:00–23:00 local, extendable on request |
| Runway | 10/28 – 3,860 m × 45 m |
| Private jets | Yes — 3,860 m runway (strength 69 F/A/W/T); any business jet or airliner |
| Handling / FBO | Airport operator (EPGAV / XCR Airport) |
| Private terminal | Private and business flights accepted around the clock; assistance by the airport operator on request. |
| Airport website | xcr-airport.com |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (sia.aviation-civile.gouv.fr, xcr-airport.com). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Reims / Châlons-en-Champagne
Vatry lies in the Champagne country, 22 kilometres south-west of Châlons-en-Champagne. It works for champagne houses, vineyard visits and eastern France. Reims has its cathedral and the Champagne houses, so the airport suits wine tourism and trips across eastern France.
Private jet flight times to Paris Vatry
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 235 nm · 430 km | 55 min | 50 min |
| Manchester | 370 nm · 680 km | 1 hr 20 min | 1 hr 10 min |
| Edinburgh | 510 nm · 950 km | 1 hr 45 min | 1 hr 30 min |
| Geneva | 170 nm · 320 km | 45 min | 40 min |
| Nice | 330 nm · 610 km | 1 hr 10 min | 1 hr |
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, Paris Vatry is a sector of about 230 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.
Paris Vatry: your questions answered
Is Paris Vatry close to Paris?
Not especially. The airport website describes it as about 150 kilometres east of Paris, in Champagne. Charter-A will confirm whether Vatry or another airport suits your itinerary.
Can a private jet land at Vatry?
Yes. The runway is 3,860 metres, strength 69, and any business jet can use it. Airport assistance is compulsory and is arranged by Charter-A as part of the booking.
Does Vatry have customs?
Customs is on site from 07:00 to 23:00 local, extendable on request. Charter-A will confirm arrangements for your flight.
Are private flights accepted at night at Vatry?
The airport states that private and business flights are accepted around the clock. Rescue cover outside commercial flights needs 48 hours' notice, which Charter-A arranges.
How long is the flight from London to Paris Vatry by private jet?
About 55 min in a light jet and 50 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 235 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Paris Vatry Airport (Châlons Vatry, XCR) I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Paris Vatry Airport (Châlons Vatry, XCR) 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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