Private Jet Charter at Redhill Aerodrome (EGKR/KRH)

Surrey's Light-Aviation Field on London's Southern Approach

Redhill Aerodrome occupies a defined niche in the London metropolitan airspace: a grass-strip field in Surrey, positioned roughly 25 miles south of central London, that handles light piston, helicopter, and VLJ traffic where the commercial airports to the north are operationally impractical. At 793 metres, it is one of the shortest usable fields in the London orbit, and platform selection here begins with aircraft type — not preference.

Operational Profile

The 793m grass runway limits operations to the lightest certified jets — specifically the Phenom 100, Citation Mustang, and equivalents — under favourable surface conditions. Wet or soft grass materially extends ground roll; operators should verify runway state at block-in time, particularly between October and March when drainage becomes a factor. The field sits at 222 ft elevation, presenting no density altitude considerations under standard ISA. Published operating hours are daytime-only; H24 access is not available, and PPR is required for all movements. Slot coordination is handled directly through the aerodrome authority. Night-flying restrictions apply and should be confirmed with the aerodrome operator before scheduling a late-arrival or early-departure.

Transfers & Connections

Road transfer to central London runs approximately 45–60 minutes via the M23 and A23 corridor under normal traffic conditions, extending to 75–90 minutes during peak hours. Gatwick Airport (London Luton is an alternative if larger aircraft are required) sits 8 miles to the south, making Redhill a feasible positioning or tech-stop option when Gatwick slot pressure is high. For heavy or ultra-long-range requirements, Farnborough (FAB) lies approximately 25 miles to the west and provides full FBO infrastructure with no runway restrictions. Surrey's business corridor — Guildford, Reigate, Crawley — is accessible within 20 minutes by road, which forms the primary demand base for movements in and out of Redhill.

Handling & Customs

Redhill does not operate a dedicated FBO in the conventional sense. General aviation handling is provided through the aerodrome's base operators, with services appropriate to the light-aircraft category. Customs clearance is not available on a walk-up basis; international arrivals require prior arrangement with UKBF, and operators should allow sufficient lead time — typically 24–48 hours — when filing international trip sheets. For itineraries requiring direct customs clearance on arrival, Farnborough or Luton are operationally more reliable alternatives within the United Kingdom London basin. Fuel availability at Redhill should be confirmed per movement, as AVGAS and Jet-A supply is limited compared to full-service GA airports.