Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Bordeaux ➔ Rome
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,100 km
Average flight time
~1h 20m
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 Rome 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
Sector LFBD – LIRA is 1,127 km of direct routing, flown in 1h43 on a Citation XLS+. Departure handling is provided by Sky Valet Bordeaux; the 2200 m arrival runway at Rome Ciampino drives aircraft selection. Onward helicopter transfer available to Vatican / Centre historique.
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.
Rome Ciampino (LIRA)
Rome Ciampino (LIRA / CIA) is a major business field at 41.80°N / 12.59°E, Italy. Runway: 2200 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: Sky Services / Argos. Helicopter link: Vatican / Centre historique.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,127 km · 608 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h43
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
- Arrival FBO
- Sky Services / Argos — Rome Ciampino (LIRA / CIA)
- Departure runway
- 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 2200 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- Vatican / Centre historique
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 Rome?
About 1h43 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,127 km great-circle between LFBD and LIRA.
Which aircraft suits Bordeaux → Rome?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2200 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?
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.