How long is the flight from Birmingham to Biggin Hill?
The great-circle distance between Birmingham and Biggin Hill is 6,956 km (3,756 nautical miles). By private jet the flight takes between 8h 42m and 19h 11m block time depending on the aircraft class. For most travellers a Ultra long range jet fits: it covers the route nonstop in about 8h 42m.
- Light jet: 13h 24m (with 2 fuel stops)
- Midsize jet: 11h 17m (with one fuel stop)
- Super midsize jet: 10h 43m (with one fuel stop)
- Heavy jet: 10h 31m (with one fuel stop)
- Ultra long range jet: 8h 42m (nonstop)
Empty legs and aircraft on the Birmingham – Biggin Hill route
Over the last 18 months we recorded 3 empty legs from Birmingham to Biggin Hill. The most frequent aircraft were 145LR, 600 and 135 Business Jet. Most flights operate from Birmingham, US (KBHM) to London Biggin Hill Airport (EGKB).
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 long does a private jet flight from Birmingham to Biggin Hill take?
About 8h 42m in a Ultra long range jet and 8h 42m in the fastest jet (Ultra long range jet). Wind and air traffic control can change this by a few minutes.
How far is it from Birmingham to Biggin Hill?
The great-circle distance is 6,956 km or 3,756 nautical miles. The distance flown is about 5% longer because of airways.
Can a light jet fly Birmingham – Biggin Hill nonstop?
No, a light jet would need 2 fuel stops and about 13h 24m in total. Nonstop flights start with a Ultra long range jet (8h 42m).
How much is a private jet from Birmingham to Biggin Hill?
A one-way charter in a Ultra long range jet costs roughly €137,000 to €264,000 for the whole aircraft. Empty legs are often much cheaper.