Air Taxi UK: Small Plane Charter From £2,950

Q: What is the difference between an air taxi and a private jet charter, and which is right for my journey?

An air taxi uses a light aircraft - typically a four to six seat single or twin-engine plane - to connect two points that would otherwise require a long drive or an inconvenient commercial connection. Private jet charter uses larger cabin jets with greater range, speed, and passenger capacity. The practical choice depends on your route and group size: air taxis excel on short UK and near-European sectors of up to around 500 miles, where the speed and cost advantage of a light aircraft outweighs the cabin size difference. For routes above that distance, or for groups requiring more than five or six seats, a jet is typically the better option. Charter-A operates both and will recommend the most appropriate aircraft for your specific journey.

Q: How many passengers can Charter-A air taxis carry, and what luggage allowance applies?

Charter-A's air taxi fleet includes aircraft ranging from two-seat trainers to six-seat turboprops, with the most commonly operated types carrying between three and five passengers. The Diamond DA42 carries up to three passengers; the King Air 200 carries up to nine. Luggage capacity varies by aircraft type - light aircraft carry soft bags in preference to rigid cases, and capacity is typically 10 to 15 kilograms of luggage per passenger on smaller types. Our team will advise on the most appropriate aircraft for your specific passenger and luggage requirements when you request a quote.

Q: How much does an air taxi cost in the UK?

Air taxi charter starts from around £2,300 for the whole aircraft — for example London to Newquay in a Diamond DA42 (3 passengers) from £2,300, London to Paris in a Citation Mustang (4 passengers) from £4,500, and London to Brussels in a King Air 200 (up to 8 passengers) from £5,250. With a full aircraft, the cost can work out as low as £300 per person. See our air taxi rates for more examples.

Air taxi

Charter an air taxi across the UK and Europe

An air taxi is a private plane you hire for a short journey, flying in and out of smaller airfields that big jets cannot use. Tell us the airfield, the time and how many are travelling, and we send one fully inclusive price.

From £2,950for the whole aircraft on short routes

As low as £300per person when you travel with a full load

Up to a third lessthan a larger private jet on shorter routes

4 to 24 seatsfrom 4-seat air taxis to 24-seat aircraft

Request a quote Call +44 20 7781 8094

If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.

The charter process

Air taxi charter: how it works

Charter-A arranges air taxi flights across the UK and Europe for business travellers, families and groups, and for urgent air cargo.

Tell us your trip

The airfield, the time and how many are travelling. Use the form or call +44 20 7781 8094.

We find the aircraft

We match the right aircraft to your passengers and luggage, often close to your departure point.

One fully inclusive quote

A single transparent price, with no hidden extra charges.

Just turn up and fly

Fully licensed, type-rated crew and fully insured aircraft take you airfield to airfield.

For the turboprops in detail, see turboprop charter: the King Air, PC-12 and Avanti compared.

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The aircraft

Aircraft we use for short hops

An air taxi is a short-range flight that uses regional airports to bring you closer to where you need to be. The Diamond DA62, the King Air 200 and the Pilatus PC-12 are good examples; see our air taxi fleet guide.

Twin engine

Diamond DA62

The most economical charter aircraft: comfortable, fast and modern, ideal for four passengers on a short hop.

DA62 details

Turboprop

Beechcraft King Air 200

A twin turboprop for six to eight passengers, comfortable on shorter runways and smaller regional airfields.

King Air details

Turboprop

Pilatus PC-12

A single-engine turboprop with a generous cabin and the short-field ability to reach regional airfields.

PC-12 details

Light jet

Citation Mustang

A very light jet for four passengers, ideal for routes a little further afield than the turboprops.

Mustang details

What it costs

Air taxi prices

Air taxi charter starts from £2,950 for the whole aircraft. With a full aircraft, the cost can work out as low as £300 per person.

Route	Aircraft	Passengers	From
London to Newquay	Diamond DA62	4	£2,950
London to Paris	Citation Mustang	4	£4,500
London to Brussels	King Air 200	6 to 8	£5,250

Prices are for the whole aircraft. See our air taxi rates for more examples, or read about group air charter for larger parties.

Why choose an air taxi

Benefits of an air taxi

An air taxi is a short-range flight that uses regional airports to bring you closer to where you need to be for business or leisure. You enjoy the convenience of a private plane charter at up to one-third less than a larger private jet.

Fast and easy booking

Tell us the airfield and the time. We find the aircraft and send one transparent quote with no hidden extra charges.

You choose who travels

With the whole plane to yourselves, you decide who flies with you, and you can bring your pet in the cabin.

Licensed crew, fully insured

Every flight is operated by a CAA or EASA approved air operator, with fully licensed, type-rated pilots and fully insured aircraft.

Featured aircraft

The Diamond DA62: the most economical way to fly

Cabin of a Diamond DA62 air taxi with the doors open, showing the pale leather seats

The new Diamond DA62 is the most economical aircraft available for charter. It is also comfortable, fast and modern, which makes it an excellent choice for four passengers on a short hop.

Air taxi charter starts from £2,950 for the whole aircraft, and a smaller, efficient aircraft like the DA62 is how we keep the price down on shorter routes, from London to Newquay and beyond.

The most economical aircraft available for charter
Comfortable, fast and modern
Excellent for four passengers on a short hop
From £2,950 for the whole aircraft

Request a quote Call +44 20 7781 8094

Where we fly from

Air taxi bases in the UK and Europe

Air taxi and private plane bases around the UK and Europe include the following, to name but a few. Our fleet is constantly expanding, so contact our operations team for up-to-date aircraft positions.

ManchesterLondonEdinburghNewquayNiceCannesParisLe TouquetFrankfurtMunichDublinIsle of ManJerseyMilanMadrid

In the UK our air taxis use a wide network of airfields, including Redhill Aerodrome, Fairoaks, Gloucester, Shoreham, Blackbushe, Wellesbourne and dozens of other general aviation airfields across England, Scotland and Wales. Popular French destinations include Nice and Cannes. For the shortest hops, a helicopter can also work as an air taxi: see helicopter charter.

Pets and cargo

Your pet or your urgent freight

Fly your pet comfortably with us. Take your dog or cat on the plane with you: air taxis allow your pet to join you in the cabin, with no leaving them in a cargo hold. See our pet flights page.

Urgent air cargo. We operate a dedicated air cargo service using the light aircraft fleet for time-critical freight across the UK and Europe, such as urgent automotive and aerospace components, medical equipment and same-day legal documents. The aircraft can be configured for cargo-only or mixed passenger and freight loads.

A family with their dog in the cabin of a private aircraft

Trusted by our clients

What our clients say

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Thank you to the Charter a team — I cannot thank the Charter a team enough for the speedy approach they took to get me and my team from London to the south of France in one of their jets.Ben Porter · Private jet · Trustpilot

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The absolute best private charter experience.Beverley R · Charter-A client · Trustpilot

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From the start Martin was helpful and informative. The whole process was easy… I cannot recommend enough and the whole trip was amazing.John Bloodworth · Charter-A client · Trustpilot

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Air taxi pages

What it costs, the aircraft we use for short hops, group charters and flights from the London airports.

Air taxi ratesTypical prices for common routes.See rates Air taxi aircraftThe aircraft we use for short hops.Fleet guide Group air charterLarger parties, one booking.Group charter Plane charter LondonFlights from the London airports.From London

Air taxi guide

Air taxi cost and aircraft: what you pay and what you fly

An air taxi is a short-hop charter in a turboprop or light aircraft, flown from regional airfields. You hire the whole aircraft, so the cost is shared between the people on board.

How much does an air taxi cost?

Air taxi charter starts from £2,950 for the whole aircraft, which can be as low as £300 a head when the aircraft is full. The price depends on distance, the aircraft and the time of week, and your quote is one clear figure. See air taxi prices and example routes.

Air taxi or private jet?

Turboprops carry 6 to 8 passengers and suit short sectors from smaller airfields. A jet is faster and goes further. Read turboprop or jet: which should you charter, or see private jet charter for longer trips.

Questions

Air taxi: your questions answered

What is the difference between an air taxi and a private jet charter, and which is right for my journey?

An air taxi uses a light aircraft, typically a four to six seat single or twin-engine plane, to connect two points that would otherwise need a long drive or an inconvenient commercial connection. Private jet charter uses larger cabin jets with greater range, speed and passenger capacity. Air taxis excel on short UK and near-European sectors of up to around 500 miles, where the speed and cost advantage of a light aircraft outweighs the cabin size difference. For longer routes, or groups needing more than five or six seats, a jet is typically the better option. Charter-A operates both and will recommend the most appropriate aircraft for your journey.

Which UK airports can Charter-A air taxis operate from and into?

Charter-A air taxis operate from a wide network of UK airports and airfields, including many smaller regional strips that commercial airlines and larger private jets cannot access, such as Redhill Aerodrome, Fairoaks, Gloucester, Shoreham, Blackbushe, Wellesbourne and dozens of other general aviation airfields across England, Scotland and Wales. Passengers frequently find a suitable airfield closer to their origin and destination than the nearest commercial airport, which cuts ground transfer time at both ends.

How many passengers can Charter-A air taxis carry, and what luggage allowance applies?

The air taxi fleet includes aircraft ranging from two-seat trainers to six-seat turboprops, with the most commonly operated types carrying between three and five passengers. The Diamond DA62 is ideal for four passengers, and the King Air 200 carries six to eight. Luggage capacity varies by aircraft type: light aircraft carry soft bags in preference to rigid cases, and capacity is typically 10 to 15 kilograms per passenger on smaller types. We advise on the most appropriate aircraft when you request a quote.

How far in advance do I need to book a Charter-A air taxi?

There is no fixed minimum booking window. Charter-A processes same-day, next-day and advance bookings. For popular departure locations and peak travel periods, earlier booking is advisable to secure the aircraft type and slot, but last-minute requests are handled routinely. Call +44 20 7781 8094 or use the online quote form at any time to check availability for your date and route.

Are Charter-A air taxis suitable for air cargo and urgent freight as well as passengers?

Yes. Charter-A operates a dedicated air cargo service using its light aircraft fleet for time-critical freight across the UK and Europe, such as urgent automotive and aerospace components, medical equipment, legal documents needing same-day delivery, and oversize items that cannot travel by commercial air freight. Contact our team to discuss payload and routing.

How much does an air taxi cost in the UK?

Air taxi charter starts from £2,950 for the whole aircraft. For example, London to Newquay in a Diamond DA62 (4 passengers) is from £2,950, London to Paris in a Citation Mustang (4 passengers) from £4,500, and London to Brussels in a King Air 200 (6 to 8 passengers) from £5,250. With a full aircraft, the cost can work out as low as £300 per person.

Request your air taxi quote

Tell us the airfield, the time and how many are travelling. A charter specialist replies with one fully inclusive price.

Request a quote Call +44 20 7781 8094

If the flight is cancelled because of the weather, you pay nothing.