The World’s 5 Busiest Private Jet Airports

Previously, we delved into a comprehensive overview of the ten busiest international air routes. However, it’s equally fascinating to scrutinize the busiest airports globally catering to private jet travel, particularly considering recent developments. Let’s delve into the top five airports for private jet travel:

Paris Le Bourget, France (IATA: LBG) Paris Le Bourget airport, exclusively devoted to general aviation, garners fame for hosting the Paris Air Show biannually. It stands out as one of Europe’s busiest airports for private jet travelers, managing 54,971 movements in 2013, facilitated by its three runways.

What distinguishes Paris Le Bourget in the realm of business aviation is its multitude of Fixed-Base Operators (FBOs) or private terminals. These FBOs prioritize comfort and efficiency, with notable ones including:
• Advanced Air Support
• Dassault Falcon Service
• Jetex
• Landmark Aviation
• Signature Flight Support
• Unijet – Abelag
• Universal Aviation France

Positioned 11 km northeast of Paris, Le Bourget offers a closer option than Paris Charles de Gaulle (IATA: CDG – 25 km northeast) and Paris Orly (IATA: ORY – 13 km south).

Teterboro Airport, New Jersey, United States (IATA: TEB) A mere 19 km from Midtown Manhattan, Teterboro Airport presents exceptional convenience for private jet travelers bound for New York City. With a restriction on aircraft weight to 100,000 lbs, it primarily serves general aviation.

Boasting five FBOs, Teterboro stands as the second airport globally, following Le Bourget, with the highest number of FBOs. These FBOs prioritize meeting all passenger needs, including:
• Atlantic Aviation
• Landmark Aviation
• Jet Aviation
• Meridian Teterboro
• Signature Flight Support

London Luton Airport, UK (IATA: LTN) Despite its distance from central London compared to Le Bourget and Teterboro’s proximity to their respective cities, London Luton emerges as the UK’s busiest airport for private jet traffic. It also functions as an active commercial international airport, providing swift access to the city center via a 2-mile drive to junction 10a on the M1 highway.

Additionally, a train service links the airport directly to London St. Pancras station in just over 30 minutes.
London Luton Airport houses three FBOs, ensuring seamless transit for all general aviation traffic and offering corporate or VIP passengers comfort and efficiency. Notable FBOs include:
• Harrods Aviation
• Landmark Aviation
• Signature Flight Support

Van Nuys Airport, Los Angeles, United States (IATA: VNY) Renowned as a hub exclusively for general and private aviation, Van Nuys enjoys widespread recognition among the general public. Situated in the San Fernando Valley, toward the northwestern limits of Los Angeles, the airport has been featured in numerous films and TV shows, serving as the gateway to Hollywood for many celebrities and film stars.

Van Nuys ranks among the world’s busiest airports for private aviation, with approximately 260,000 movements in 2013. The airport accommodates four FBOs, fully equipped to handle incoming and outgoing flights. These include:
• Signature Flight Support East
• Signature Flight Support

With these top-tier airports, the world of private jet travel continues to soar to new heights, catering to discerning travelers with unparalleled comfort and efficiency.