Salzburg is a festival city, a ski base and a Mozart pilgrimage all at once, and its airport reflects that with careful rules for private flights. Private jet charter at Salzburg Airport is handled through a General Aviation Center with its own apron, where aircraft are met by a follow-me vehicle and marshalled to the stand.
The runway is 2,750 metres, and aircraft up to large jet size are accepted. In winter, prior permission is required for general aviation, and Charter-A requests it in good time so that your stand is secured. Charter-A also confirms the noise limit for departing jets before it quotes.
Flying privately to Salzburg
Airport hours are 06:00–23:00 local, but private flights follow tighter limits: landings 06:00–22:00 and non-commercial take-offs 07:00–22:00. Quiet commercial aircraft may land until 23:00. In the winter season, general aviation needs prior permission requested at least 24 hours ahead. Handling is compulsory for aircraft over 3,500 kg. Customs is on request through the handling desk, up to 23:00. Aircraft with more than 19 seats use the main apron, where only 16 stands exist in total. Departing jets must not exceed a 98 dB noise limit. Runway 15/33 is 2,750 metres.
Salzburg Airport W. A. Mozart airport guide
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| Location | Innsbrucker Bundesstraße 95, Salzburg, 5020 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LOWS · IATA SZG |
| Region | Salzburg, Austria |
| Nearest city | Salzburg — About 3 km west-south-west of Salzburg city centre |
| Opening hours | Daily 06:00–22:00 local; quiet commercial aircraft may land until 23:00. Private (non-commercial) take-offs from 07:00 only. |
| Customs & immigration | On request – arrange through the general aviation handling desk (available up to 23:00 local) |
| Runway | 15/33 – 2,750 m × 45 m asphalt, plus 100 m stopway |
| Private jets | Yes — all sizes up to Boeing 747-400; departing jets must not exceed the airport's noise limit of 98 dB |
| Handling / FBO | Salzburg Airport General Aviation Handling (Salzburger Flughafen GmbH) |
| Private terminal | General Aviation Center (GAC) with its own apron, separate from the main terminal apron; aircraft are met by a follow-me vehicle and marshalled to the stand. Landing-fee desk open 06:00–19:00 daily. |
| Prior permission | Required (PPR) — Charter-A arranges this for every flight |
| Airport website | salzburg-airport.com |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (salzburg-airport.com, slots-austria.com, eaip.austrocontrol.at). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Salzburg
Salzburg is an Alpine city of baroque architecture, Mozart's birthplace and home to an annual festival, with ski resorts and lakes in the region around it. The airport is about 3 km west-south-west of the city centre. Charter-A confirms transfers to your hotel, festival venue or resort when you book.
Private jet flight times to Salzburg
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 555 nm · 1,030 km | 1 hr 50 min | 1 hr 35 min |
| Manchester | 670 nm · 1,240 km | 2 hr 10 min | 1 hr 50 min |
| Edinburgh | 775 nm · 1,440 km | 2 hr 30 min | 2 hr 05 min |
| Paris | 425 nm · 790 km | 1 hr 30 min | 1 hr 15 min |
| Geneva | 295 nm · 550 km | 1 hr 05 min | 55 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, Salzburg is a sector of about 560 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.
Salzburg: your questions answered
Can a private jet land at Salzburg Airport?
Yes. All sizes up to Boeing 747-400 are accepted, subject to a 98 dB departure noise limit. Charter-A will confirm your aircraft at quote stage.
Does Salzburg need prior permission in winter?
Yes. General aviation needs prior permission in the winter season, requested at least 24 hours before arrival. Charter-A submits the request for you and confirms it with you before you travel.
What time can private jets take off at Salzburg?
Non-commercial take-offs are allowed from 07:00 and not after 22:00 local. Charter-A plans your departure within those times and confirms them with the handling desk before you travel.
Is customs available at Salzburg?
On request, arranged through the general aviation handling desk, which is available up to 23:00 local. Charter-A arranges it with your booking, and confirms the formalities for your route.
How long is the flight from London to Salzburg by private jet?
About 1 hr 50 min in a light jet and 1 hr 35 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 555 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Salzburg Airport W. A. Mozart I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Salzburg Airport W. A. Mozart 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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