Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Biarritz ➔ Zurich
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~900 km
Average flight time
~1h 06m
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 Zurich 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 Zürich Kloten (LSZH) removes connections entirely: 902 km non-stop in 1h26. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Zürich Kloten (3700 m runway). A helicopter connection to St. Moritz / Davos 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.
Zürich Kloten (LSZH)
On the arrival side, Zürich Kloten (LSZH) serves Zurich from 47.46°N / 8.55°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Jet Aviation Zurich; 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to St. Moritz / Davos.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 902 km · 487 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h26
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Biarritz — Biarritz Pays Basque (LFBZ / BIQ)
- Arrival FBO
- Jet Aviation Zurich — Zürich Kloten (LSZH / ZRH)
- Departure runway
- 2250 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Arrival runway
- 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- St. Moritz / Davos
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector France → Suisse: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Biarritz to Zurich?
About 1h26 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 902 km great-circle between LFBZ and LSZH.
Which aircraft suits Biarritz → Zurich?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
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?
International sector France → Suisse: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.