Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Bordeaux ➔ Amsterdam
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~930 km
Average flight time
~1h 08m
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 Bordeaux and Amsterdam 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
Between Bordeaux and Amsterdam our desk plans 924 km in 1h28, midsize jet category. Boarding at Sky Valet Bordeaux, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD)
On the departure side, Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD) serves Bordeaux from 44.83°N / 0.72°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sky Valet Bordeaux; 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Saint-Émilion / Arcachon.
Amsterdam Schiphol (EHAM)
On the arrival side, Amsterdam Schiphol (EHAM) serves Amsterdam from 52.31°N / 4.76°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by JetSupport / KLM Jet Center; 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Amsterdam.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 924 km · 499 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h28
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
- Arrival FBO
- JetSupport / KLM Jet Center — Amsterdam Schiphol (EHAM / AMS)
- Departure runway
- 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Amsterdam
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
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 Bordeaux to Amsterdam?
About 1h28 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 924 km great-circle between LFBD and EHAM.
Which aircraft suits Bordeaux → Amsterdam?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Bordeaux Mérignac?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Sky Valet Bordeaux.
What about customs and formalities?
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.

