Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Bordeaux ➔ Zurich
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~760 km
Average flight time
~0h 56m
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 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
Between Bordeaux and Zurich our desk plans 771 km in 1h17, midsize jet category. Boarding at Sky Valet Bordeaux, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Onward helicopter transfer available to St. Moritz / Davos.
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.
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
- 771 km · 416 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h17
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
- Arrival FBO
- Jet Aviation Zurich — Zürich Kloten (LSZH / ZRH)
- Departure runway
- 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- 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 Bordeaux to Zurich?
About 1h17 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 771 km great-circle between LFBD and LSZH.
Which aircraft suits Bordeaux → 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 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.