Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Biarritz ➔ Florence
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,030 km
Average flight time
~1h 15m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Biarritz and Florence aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Chartering privately between Biarritz Pays Basque (LFBZ) and Florence Peretola (LIRQ) removes connections entirely: 1,024 km non-stop in 1h35. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Biarritz Pays Basque (2250 m) and alternate fuel are validated. A helicopter connection to Chianti / Forte dei Marmi can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Biarritz Pays Basque (LFBZ)
On the departure side, Biarritz Pays Basque (LFBZ) serves Biarritz from 43.47°N / 1.53°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sky Valet Biarritz; 2250 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Saint-Jean-de-Luz / Hossegor.
Florence Peretola (LIRQ)
Florence Peretola (LIRQ / FLR) is a niche luxury field at 43.81°N / 11.20°E, Italy. Runway: 1750 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: Toscana Aeroporti Executive. Helicopter link: Chianti / Forte dei Marmi.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,024 km · 553 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h35
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Biarritz — Biarritz Pays Basque (LFBZ / BIQ)
- Arrival FBO
- Toscana Aeroporti Executive — Florence Peretola (LIRQ / FLR)
- Departure runway
- 2250 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Arrival runway
- 1750 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- Chianti / Forte dei Marmi
Seasonality & slots
Peak demand December–March (ski season): slots and parking must be booked several days ahead.
Customs & formalities
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Biarritz to Florence?
About 1h35 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,024 km great-circle between LFBZ and LIRQ.
Which aircraft suits Biarritz → Florence?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1750 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.
How fast can we depart from Biarritz Pays Basque?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Sky Valet Biarritz.
What about customs and formalities?
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.

