Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Florence ➔ Bordeaux
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~950 km
Average flight time
~1h 10m
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 Florence and Bordeaux 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
Chartering privately between Florence Peretola (LIRQ) and Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD) removes connections entirely: 954 km non-stop in 1h30. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Florence Peretola (1750 m) and alternate fuel are validated. Onward helicopter transfer available to Saint-Émilion / Arcachon.
Departure and arrival airports
Florence Peretola (LIRQ)
On the departure side, Florence Peretola (LIRQ) serves Florence from 43.81°N / 11.20°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Toscana Aeroporti Executive; 1750 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Chianti / Forte dei Marmi.
Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD)
Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD) is a major business field at 44.83°N / 0.72°W, France. Runway: 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Sky Valet Bordeaux. Helicopter link: Saint-Émilion / Arcachon.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 954 km · 515 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h30
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Toscana Aeroporti Executive — Florence Peretola (LIRQ / FLR)
- Arrival FBO
- Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
- Departure runway
- 1750 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Arrival runway
- 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Saint-Émilion / Arcachon
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 Florence to Bordeaux?
About 1h30 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 954 km great-circle between LIRQ and LFBD.
Which aircraft suits Florence → Bordeaux?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Florence Peretola?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Toscana Aeroporti Executive.
What about customs and formalities?
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.