Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Bordeaux ➔ Londres Biggin Hill
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,500 km
Average flight time
~3h 03m
Recommended aircraft
Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Bordeaux and Londres Biggin Hill 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 Londres Biggin Hill our desk plans 725 km in 1h15, light jet category. Departure handling is provided by Sky Valet Bordeaux; the 1820 m arrival runway at London Biggin Hill drives aircraft selection. On this short sector a Phenom 300 is the best cost / block-time compromise.
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.
London Biggin Hill (EGKB)
On the arrival side, London Biggin Hill (EGKB) serves Londres Biggin Hill from 51.33°N / 0.03°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Bombardier London Service Centre; 1820 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Londres Centre (12 min).
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 725 km · 391 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h15
- Recommended aircraft
- Phenom 300 (Light Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
- Arrival FBO
- Bombardier London Service Centre — London Biggin Hill (EGKB / BQH)
- Departure runway
- 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 1820 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- Londres Centre (12 min)
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector France → Royaume-Uni: 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 Londres Biggin Hill?
About 1h15 block time on a Phenom 300, for 725 km great-circle between LFBD and EGKB.
Which aircraft suits Bordeaux → Londres Biggin Hill?
A Phenom 300 (Light Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1820 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard 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 → Royaume-Uni: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.