FAB · EGLF · United Kingdom
Private Jet Charter at Farnborough Airport
Farnborough Airport (FAB / EGLF) in Hampshire, about one nautical mile north-northwest of Aldershot, handles business aviation rather than scheduled airlines. It suits travelers heading to Surrey, Berkshire and west London. Its planning permission sets the rules: flights run 07:00–22:00 on weekdays and 08:00–20:00 at weekends and on bank holidays, within an annual cap of 50,000 movements.
Airport facts
| Official name | Farnborough Airport |
|---|---|
| IATA / ICAO | FAB / EGLF |
| Location | Farnborough, Hampshire (London area), United Kingdom |
| Type | Business aviation airport (no scheduled airline service) |
| Operator | Farnborough Airport Ltd[2] |
| Location | 1 NM NNW of Aldershot; elevation 238 ft[2] |
| Flying hours | 07:00–22:00 weekdays; 08:00–20:00 weekends and bank holidays[1] |
| Movement cap | 50,000 per year, of which no more than 8,900 at weekends and bank holidays[1] |
Why travelers choose Farnborough
Because there are no scheduled airline flights, passengers deal only with business aviation traffic and a private terminal.[1][2]
Private aviation operations
Flying outside the permitted hours isn't normally possible, so late-evening and early-weekend arrivals need to be timed carefully or moved to another London airport.[1]
Weekend movements have their own annual cap, and heavier aircraft between 50,000 and 80,000 kg are limited further at weekends.[1]
Final arrangements depend on the aircraft, the operator, any permissions or slots required, and conditions at the airport on the day. RIVIERA JET is a charter broker. Flights are operated by independent, properly certificated operators.
Nearby alternatives
London Luton Airport (LTN)
London Luton has 24-hour FBOs, which helps with arrivals outside Farnborough's hours, though summer nights are limited.[1]
London Biggin Hill (BQH)
London Biggin Hill serves south and southeast London.[2]
Popular routes from Farnborough
| Destination | Distance | Estimated flight time* |
|---|---|---|
| Nice, Alpes-Maritimes (NCE) | 605 nm | 1h 41m |
| Geneva (GVA) | 440 nm | 1h 19m |
| Paris (LBG) | 201 nm | 0h 47m |
| New York (TEB) | 3,224 nm | 7h 30m |
*An estimate, not a schedule: great-circle distance at a typical 450-knot jet cruise, plus 20 minutes for climb, descent and taxi. Winds, routing, aircraft type and any fuel stop change the real time. No prices are shown, because quotes depend on the aircraft and date.
Questions about Farnborough
- What are Farnborough Airport's opening hours?
- Under its planning permission, flying takes place 07:00–22:00 on weekdays and 08:00–20:00 on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays.[1]
- Does Farnborough have airline flights?
- No. Farnborough is a business aviation airport, so passengers use a private terminal without airline crowds.[1][2]
- Is there a limit on flights at Farnborough?
- Yes. The airport may handle no more than 50,000 movements per year, including no more than 8,900 at weekends and bank holidays.[1]
Plan a private flight to or from Farnborough
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- Farnborough Airport decision notice 20/00871/REVPP — Rushmoor Borough Council (Feb 2022) (checked 2026-10-29)
- EGLF Farnborough — UK AIP AD 2 (NATS) (checked 2026-10-29)
Last updated 2026-10-29. Airport rules change, so tell us if anything here is out of date.