Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Bordeaux ➔ Gstaad
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~640 km
Average flight time
~0h 47m
Recommended aircraft
Light Jet (Citation CJ3, Phenom 300)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Bordeaux and Gstaad 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
The Bordeaux – Gstaad sector links Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD) to Saanen (LSGK) over 647 km great-circle, about 1h09 airborne in a Phenom 300. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Bordeaux. Onward helicopter transfer available to Gstaad Palace.
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.
Saanen (LSGK)
On the arrival side, Saanen (LSGK) serves Gstaad from 46.49°N / 7.26°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Saanen Airport Operations; 1400 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days. Helicopter onward leg to Gstaad Palace.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 647 km · 349 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h09
- Recommended aircraft
- Phenom 300 (Light Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
- Arrival FBO
- Saanen Airport Operations — Saanen (LSGK / GSV)
- Departure runway
- 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 1400 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days
- Onward helicopter
- Gstaad Palace
Seasonality & slots
Peak demand December–March (ski season): slots and parking must be booked several days ahead.
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 Bordeaux to Gstaad?
About 1h09 block time on a Phenom 300, for 647 km great-circle between LFBD and LSGK.
Which aircraft suits Bordeaux → Gstaad?
A Phenom 300 (Light Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1400 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days.
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?
International sector France → Suisse: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.