Top 15 Private Jet Charter Companies in Europe in 2026
A 2026 guide to 15 private jet charter companies serving Europe, covering brokers, operators, global fleets and specialist charter providers.
15 Private Jet Charter Companies Serving Europe in 2026
Europe has one of the deepest private aviation markets in the world, with everything from independent charter brokers and digital marketplaces to operators controlling their own aircraft fleets.
For passengers, family offices, corporate travel departments and aviation professionals, the right provider depends on the mission. A short flight between European business centres requires a different solution from a transatlantic trip, a 30-passenger corporate movement or a last-minute aircraft requirement.
ACMIWorld considered European market presence, charter capability, aircraft access, geographic reach and relevance to private aviation customers. The order below is not a league table. Operators, brokers and membership-based providers use different business models and are best compared according to the trip being planned.
Private jet charter companies to know
LunaJets
Geneva-based LunaJets is an independent private jet charter broker with a particularly strong European footprint. Rather than requiring an aircraft ownership commitment, the company sources aircraft from a large network of certified operators.
Its model suits travellers looking for on-demand charter across categories ranging from turboprops and light jets to long-range business aircraft. LunaJets also maintains offices in cities including Geneva, London, Paris, Zurich and Madrid.
Victor
Victor operates a technology-led private jet charter marketplace connecting customers with aircraft operators.
One of its defining features is quote transparency. Victor identifies the aircraft operator before booking rather than presenting charter inventory under a single anonymous fleet. The company works with operators across Europe and other international markets.
GlobeAir
Austria-based GlobeAir has built its business around short-haul European private aviation using Cessna Citation Mustang aircraft.
The model is particularly relevant for passengers travelling between smaller European airports, where a very light jet can offer a more efficient alternative to deploying a larger business aircraft. GlobeAir operates its own fleet and focuses heavily on intra-European flying.
Air Charter Service
Air Charter Service, commonly known as ACS, is one of the largest aircraft charter brokers operating internationally.
Its private aviation business sits alongside group charter and cargo charter divisions. The company has an extensive global office network and sources aircraft from operators rather than restricting customers to a single owned fleet.
Chapman Freeborn
Founded in 1973, Chapman Freeborn has developed into a global aircraft charter specialist covering private aviation, group movements, cargo and aircraft leasing.
That broader charter capability makes the company relevant for missions extending beyond a conventional executive jet journey, including complex passenger movements and specialist aircraft requirements.
VistaJet
VistaJet is one of the most recognisable names in international private aviation, operating its distinctive silver-and-red aircraft across Europe and worldwide.
Customers can access aircraft through charter and longer-term programme structures. Its fleet spans larger business jets suited to regional European travel as well as long-range international missions.
Luxaviation
Luxembourg-headquartered Luxaviation combines aircraft charter with management, FBO and other business aviation services.
Its charter network spans numerous aircraft categories, from smaller business jets through large-cabin and ultra-long-range aircraft. The group operates internationally under multiple Air Operator Certificates.
AirX
Malta-headquartered AirX operates a diverse charter fleet capable of serving both conventional private jet passengers and larger groups.
That fleet diversity gives AirX a different profile from operators specialising exclusively in four-to-eight-seat business jets. Its aircraft are used for private, corporate and specialist charter missions across Europe and internationally.
KlasJet
Lithuania-based KlasJet specialises in private and corporate group charter, with aircraft configured for missions requiring more capacity than a traditional business jet.
The company is part of Avia Solutions Group and also operates in the ACMI market. Its private charter proposition is particularly relevant for sports teams, corporate groups, entertainment clients and larger VIP delegations.
Avcon Jet
Vienna-headquartered Avcon Jet combines business jet charter with aircraft management and operates a large, varied fleet.
Its aircraft range covers light and midsize jets through Gulfstream, Global and other long-range platforms, giving customers access to both European and intercontinental mission profiles.
Volare Aviation
UK-based Volare Aviation provides aircraft charter alongside management, sales and refurbishment services.
Its charter offering includes larger Bombardier aircraft such as Challenger and Global models, alongside helicopter capability, positioning Volare towards customers requiring premium medium- and long-range travel.
Gama Aviation
Farnborough-based Gama Aviation has a long-established business aviation operation covering aircraft charter, management, maintenance and FBO services.
Its charter capability includes both aircraft under its control and access to additional audited operators when a customer's mission requires another aircraft type or location.
Jet Aviation
Jet Aviation is a major global business aviation company offering charter alongside aircraft management, completions, maintenance and FBO services.
Its charter business provides access to an in-house private aircraft fleet as well as additional partner aircraft, covering on-demand trips, longer-term charter programmes and international missions.
Air Charter Scotland
Air Charter Scotland is a UK private aviation operator providing charter across a fleet ranging from light to larger business jets.
The company provides round-the-clock operational support and serves private and corporate customers flying within Europe as well as on international routes.
Wheels Up / Air Partner
Long-established UK aviation brand Air Partner is now operating under the Wheels Up name, combining its charter expertise with a broader private aviation platform.
The European offering includes on-demand private jet charter, membership products, group charter and specialist aviation services, making it relevant to both individual travellers and corporate aviation buyers.
Broker, operator or membership programme?
Charter broker
Searches the market for an aircraft matching the requested route, timing, passenger count and aircraft category.
Aircraft operator
Operates aircraft under its own Air Operator Certificate and can sell available capacity directly to passengers or brokers.
Membership programme
Designed for repeat private flyers who value defined access, service standards or contractual availability over purely ad-hoc charter.
What to compare before booking
Headline hourly rates tell only part of the story. A meaningful charter comparison should look at the aircraft actually being offered, operator identity, positioning charges, airport restrictions, cancellation terms, de-icing exposure, baggage capacity, pets, cabin configuration and whether the itinerary requires crew positioning or an overnight stay.
For short European sectors, aircraft availability close to the departure airport can materially change the economics. For long-range trips, cabin capability, range, crew requirements and the ability to operate the full mission without a fuel stop become more important.
Private aviation companies: keep us updated
ACMIWorld periodically reviews this guide as operators expand fleets, open new bases and introduce new charter products. Companies may send corporate updates, corrections and partnership enquiries to our editorial team.
Contact ACMIWorld →Editorial note: Company inclusion reflects ACMIWorld's review of publicly available information and market relevance at the time of publication. Services, fleets and availability can change. Travellers should verify current operating, contractual and safety information directly with the relevant provider before booking.
