Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Courchevel ➔ Samedan
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,470 km
Average flight time
~3h 01m
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 Courchevel and Samedan 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
Courchevel → Samedan: 281 km, 0h41 block time, departing Courchevel Altiport (LFLJ) and arriving Engadin Samedan (LSZS). The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Engadin Samedan (1800 m runway). On this short sector a Phenom 300 is the best cost / block-time compromise.
Departure and arrival airports
Courchevel Altiport (LFLJ)
On the departure side, Courchevel Altiport (LFLJ) serves Courchevel from 45.39°N / 6.63°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Aérocime; 537 m — short/restricted strip: crew certification and light jets or turboprops only. Helicopter onward leg to Courchevel 1850 (direct).
Engadin Samedan (LSZS)
Engadin Samedan (LSZS / SMV) is a niche luxury field at 46.53°N / 9.88°E, Switzerland. Runway: 1800 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: Engadin Airport AG. Helicopter link: St. Moritz (direct).
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 281 km · 152 NM
- Estimated block time
- 0h41
- Recommended aircraft
- Phenom 300 (Light Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Aérocime — Courchevel Altiport (LFLJ / CVF)
- Arrival FBO
- Engadin Airport AG — Engadin Samedan (LSZS / SMV)
- Departure runway
- 537 m — short/restricted strip: crew certification and light jets or turboprops only
- Arrival runway
- 1800 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- St. Moritz (direct)
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 Courchevel to Samedan?
About 0h41 block time on a Phenom 300, for 281 km great-circle between LFLJ and LSZS.
Which aircraft suits Courchevel → Samedan?
A Phenom 300 (Light Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1800 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.
How fast can we depart from Courchevel Altiport?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Aérocime.
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.