Flying Private to Wimbledon: A Tennis Fan's Guide

The Event

The Championships, Wimbledon takes place over two weeks in late June and early July at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in southwest London. It is the only Grand Slam played on grass, and its traditions — all-white dress code, strawberries and cream, the Royal Box — make it a cultural institution beyond sport.

Approximately 500,000 spectators attend across the fortnight. The most coveted tickets are for Centre Court and Court No. 1, particularly during the second week when the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and finals take place. Corporate hospitality packages — including debenture seats and Wingfield Hospitality — represent a significant portion of premium attendance.

For international visitors flying in for specific matches, Wimbledon presents a concentrated one-to-three-day commitment within one of the world's busiest metropolitan areas. Private aviation eliminates the most unpredictable variable: getting to and from the grounds without relying on London's congested road and rail network.

Getting There by Private Jet

The All England Club is located in Wimbledon, southwest London. The nearest airports for private aviation:

• London Biggin Hill Airport (BQH) — 30 minutes from the All England Club by car. Biggin Hill is a dedicated business aviation airport with two FBOs (Biggin Hill Executive Handling and Bombardier). It is the closest private jet facility to Wimbledon and avoids crossing central London entirely.
• Farnborough Airport (FAB) — 40 minutes from the grounds. Farnborough is the UK's most established business aviation airport with a premium terminal experience. Ideal for larger aircraft (heavy jets and ultra-long-range).
• London Luton Airport (LTN) — 60 minutes from Wimbledon. Luton handles a mix of private and commercial traffic and is best for travelers arriving from the north or continental Europe who plan to spend time in central London before heading to the tennis.
• Battersea Heliport (London) — For the most direct arrival, a helicopter from Farnborough or Biggin Hill to Battersea Heliport places you 15 minutes from the grounds by car.

What It Costs

London is Europe's largest private aviation market, and pricing during Wimbledon reflects moderate seasonal uplift rather than extreme spikes:

• Light jet from Paris (Le Bourget to BQH, 1 hr): $8,000 – $13,000 one-way
• Midsize jet from Geneva (GVA to FAB, 1.5 hrs): $14,000 – $22,000 one-way
• Heavy jet from New York (TEB to FAB, 7 hrs): $70,000 – $110,000 one-way
• Helicopter transfer (FAB to Battersea): $2,500 – $4,500 per trip

Wimbledon pricing premiums are lower than events like Art Basel or the Super Bowl because London's deep private aviation infrastructure absorbs demand more efficiently. That said, finals weekend (second Saturday and Sunday) sees the sharpest pricing uplift — 20–30% above the first week.

Timing Your Flight

Wimbledon's schedule runs Monday through Sunday over two weeks, with rest days (traditionally the middle Sunday, though this has evolved). Key timing considerations:

• First week — Earlier rounds offer excellent viewing in a less crowded atmosphere. Arrive Sunday evening for Monday's opening-day matches.
• Quarter-finals (Tuesday/Wednesday, second week) — The quality-to-crowd ratio is arguably the best of the fortnight. Arrive Monday evening.
• Semi-finals and finals (Thursday–Sunday, second week) — The highest demand period. Arrive Wednesday evening or Thursday morning. Depart Sunday evening after the men's final to avoid Monday morning London traffic.

VOLO's Event Charter Service

VOLO's event charter service provides a seamless Wimbledon experience. We coordinate arrivals at Biggin Hill or Farnborough with luxury ground transport directly to the All England Club. For clients arriving from continental Europe or beyond, we arrange helicopter connections from the arrival airport to Battersea Heliport.

Our concierge team can also assist with hospitality package coordination, ensuring your flights are timed to match specific match schedules. Contact us with your preferred match days and origin city for a tailored charter proposal.