Aircraft
Aircraft for Ibiza
Which private jet suits a flight to Ibiza: seats, range, cabin height, time from London and typical hourly rates, from turboprops to large cabin jets.
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Times from London are approximate and vary with winds and routing. Hourly rates are US-market estimates before tax and fees, shown for comparison; European operators quote in euros or pounds.
| Class | Seats | Typical range | Cabin height | London to Ibiza | Hourly rate (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 6–9 | ~1,800 nm | ~4.8–4.9 ft | about 3 h | $1,800–3,200 |
| Light jet | 6–8 | 2,000–2,150 nm | ~4.8–4.9 ft | about 2 h 20 | $3,500–5,500 |
| Midsize jet | 7–9 | ~2,100 nm | ~5.7 ft | about 2 h 15 | $4,500–7,000 |
| Super-midsize jet | 8–10 | 3,200–4,000 nm | ~6.0 ft | about 2 h 10 | $6,500–9,500 |
| Large cabin jet | 10–16 | 4,000–4,300 nm | 6.0–6.2 ft | about 2 h 10 | $8,500–13,000 |
Typical models: Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350; Phenom 300E, Citation CJ4, Learjet 75; Citation XLS+; Challenger 350, Citation Longitude, Praetor 600; Gulfstream G450, Challenger 650, Falcon 2000LXS.
Choosing for the island
Ibiza's runway takes everything from turboprops to large cabin jets. What usually decides the aircraft is your group, your bags and how the trip handles peak-week parking.
Light jet
Fast and economical on the two-hour run from London or Paris. Seats six to eight; a full cabin with summer luggage needs checking against the hold.
- 6–8 seats
- London about 2 h 20
Turboprop
The efficient choice on short Mediterranean hops such as Nice, Madrid or Palma. From London it works, but the jets are noticeably quicker.
- 6–9 seats
- London about 3 h
Midsize jet
Taller cabin, an enclosed lavatory and more room for bags, which matters on the way home with a week's shopping.
- 7–9 seats
- London about 2 h 15
Super-midsize jet
A stand-up cabin and the range to reach Ibiza from almost anywhere in Europe, or the Gulf with a stop.
- 8–10 seats
- London about 2 h 10
Large cabin jet
Separate cabin areas and seats that become beds. The pick for big groups and long-haul arrivals from New York or the Gulf.
- 10–16 seats
- London about 2 h 10
Good to know
Three things that change the choice
Luggage. Summer trips mean bags, and sometimes kite or dive gear. Smaller jets have tight holds, so list anything bulky in the request.
Peak-week parking. In August an aircraft may drop you off and wait at another airport. A nimble light or midsize jet keeps those extra hops short and affordable.
Where the jet is based. An aircraft already based near your departure airport saves positioning time, which often matters more to the price than the class itself.
Not sure which jet?
Tell us the group and the dates. Your advisor will suggest the aircraft that fits, with an all-in price.