Distance and flight time from Longyearbyen to Farnborough
The great-circle distance between Longyearbyen and Farnborough is 3,070 km (1,907 mi, 1,657 nautical miles). By private jet the flight takes between 4h 10m and 8h 22m block time depending on the aircraft class. For most travellers a midsize jet fits: it covers the route nonstop in about 4h 43m.
- Light jet: 6h 24m (with one fuel stop)
- Midsize jet: 4h 43m (nonstop)
- Super midsize jet: 4h 28m (nonstop)
- Heavy jet: 4h 23m (nonstop)
- Ultra long range jet: 4h 10m (nonstop)
Empty legs and aircraft on the Longyearbyen – Farnborough route
Over the last 18 months we recorded 7 empty legs from Longyearbyen to Farnborough. The most frequent aircraft were Bombardier Challenger 350 and Global 6000. Most flights operate from Svalbard Airport Longyear (ENSB) to Farnborough Airport (EGLF). Half of the empty legs with a listed price cost between €25,900 and €47,600 for the whole aircraft.
Range and fuel stops
Not every jet can fly every route nonstop. With reserves, light jets reach about 2,800 km, super midsize jets around 5,500 km and ultra long range jets more than 11,000 km. If the destination is further away, the operator plans a fuel stop of roughly 45 minutes.
For transatlantic flights or routes to Asia the larger class often pays off: it costs more per hour but saves stops and therefore time.
- Turboprop / PC-12: up to approx. 2,200–2,800 km
- Light jet: up to approx. 2,800 km
- Midsize jet: up to approx. 3,700 km
- Super midsize jet: up to approx. 5,500 km
- Heavy jet: up to approx. 7,000 km
- Ultra long range: 11,000 km and more
Calculating the distance between airports
We calculate distance as the great-circle distance (the shortest path over the globe) and also show it in nautical miles, the standard unit in aviation. Because aircraft follow airways and approach procedures, the distance actually flown is slightly longer; the flight time already includes this.
How we calculate
- Distance: great-circle calculation from both airports’ coordinates, plus 5% for airways and approach procedures.
- Flight time: distance flown divided by the class’s typical cruise speed, plus 15 minutes for climb and descent and 10 minutes of taxi per take-off and landing.
- Fuel stops: added once the route exceeds practical range with reserves, 45 minutes on the ground per stop.
- Wind is not included. Strong headwinds (typically westbound across the Atlantic) can add 10–15% to flight time; tailwinds shorten it.
Frequently asked questions
How far is it from Longyearbyen to Farnborough?
The great-circle distance is 3,070 km (1,907 mi) or 1,657 nautical miles. The distance flown is about 5% longer because of airways.
How long is the flight from Longyearbyen to Farnborough?
By private jet about 4h 43m in a midsize jet and 4h 10m in the fastest jet (an ultra-long-range jet). A typical airliner flying nonstop takes about 4h 33m gate to gate. Wind and air traffic control can change this by a few minutes.
Can a light jet fly Longyearbyen – Farnborough nonstop?
No, a light jet would need one fuel stop and about 6h 24m in total. Nonstop flights start with a midsize jet (4h 43m).
How much is a private jet from Longyearbyen to Farnborough?
A one-way charter in a midsize jet costs roughly €30,700 to €57,600 for the whole aircraft. Empty legs on this route recently had a median price of €37,000.