Quimper is the capital of Cornouaille, in the far west of Brittany, and its airport has a 2,150-metre runway. That suits light and mid-size jets, so private jet charter at Quimper is a realistic option for western Brittany.
The airport is run by the local management company, and customs is only on request in the summer season. Charter-A will check the dates against your plans, arrange extensions where needed and confirm everything at booking, subject to availability. It is the natural arrival point for south Finistère and the Breton coast beyond. Summer is the season to check first, because customs needs notice then.
Flying privately to Quimper
The airport is open Monday to Friday, excluding holidays, from 08:00 to 20:00, and on Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 09:00 to 19:00 local. Extensions are possible with 72 hours' notice.
Runway 09/27 is 2,150 by 45 metres, with a strength of 28 F/B/W/T, suited to light and mid-size jets. Customs is on request from May to September with 48 hours' notice. Night landing on runway 09 is not allowed if the approach-slope lights are unserviceable, and radio is required. The operator is SOGEAQC.
Quimper – Bretagne 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 (384 KB)Quimper – Bretagne Airport at a glance
| Location | Aéroport de Quimper Bretagne, Pluguffan, 29700 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LFRQ · IATA UIP |
| Region | Brittany, France |
| Nearest city | Quimper |
| Opening hours | Mon–Fri excluding holidays 08:00–20:00; Sat, Sun and holidays 09:00–19:00 local. Extensions with 72 hours' notice. |
| Customs & immigration | On request – May to September, 48 hours' notice |
| Runway | 09/27 – 2,150 m × 45 m |
| Private jets | Yes — 2,150 m runway (strength 28 F/B/W/T); light and mid-size jets |
| Airport website | quimper.aeroport.bzh |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (sia.aviation-civile.gouv.fr, quimper.aeroport.bzh). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Quimper
Quimper is a historic town in Finistère, known for its cathedral and faience pottery, and the airport also serves the south Finistère coast and the Breton countryside. Quimper is also the way into the Bigouden coast and the beaches and headlands of south Finistère, popular in summer.
Private jet flight times to Quimper
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 265 nm · 490 km | 1 hr | 55 min |
| Manchester | 330 nm · 610 km | 1 hr 10 min | 1 hr |
| Edinburgh | 480 nm · 890 km | 1 hr 35 min | 1 hr 25 min |
| Paris | 270 nm · 500 km | 1 hr | 55 min |
| Geneva | 430 nm · 800 km | 1 hr 30 min | 1 hr 15 min |
| Nice | 540 nm · 1,000 km | 1 hr 50 min | 1 hr 30 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, Quimper is a sector of about 260 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.
Quimper: your questions answered
Can private jets land at Quimper?
Light and mid-size jets can. The runway is 2,150 metres. Larger aircraft should be checked against the runway strength, and Charter-A will confirm what suits your party.
Does Quimper Airport have customs?
Customs is on request from May to September with 48 hours' notice. Outside those months Charter-A will check what options exist for your flight. Everything is subject to availability.
Is Quimper open in the evening?
It is open until 20:00 local on weekdays and 19:00 at weekends and holidays. Extensions need 72 hours' notice, which Charter-A can request.
Is there a night landing restriction at Quimper?
Night landing on runway 09 is not allowed if the approach-slope lights are unserviceable. Charter-A will plan alternatives if timings run late.
How long is the flight from London to Quimper by private jet?
About 1 hr in a light jet and 55 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 265 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Quimper – Bretagne Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Quimper – Bretagne 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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