Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Lyon ➔ Bordeaux

Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.

Estimated distance

~440 km

Average flight time

~0h 32m

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 Lyon 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 Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL) and Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD) removes connections entirely: 465 km non-stop in 0h55. Departure handling is provided by Sky Valet Lyon; the 3100 m arrival runway at Bordeaux Mérignac drives aircraft selection. On this short sector a Phenom 300 is the best cost / block-time compromise.

Departure and arrival airports

Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL)

On the departure side, Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL) serves Lyon from 45.73°N / 5.08°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sky Valet Lyon; 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Alpes / Beaujolais.

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: 465 km · 251 NM
Estimated block time: 0h55
Recommended aircraft: Phenom 300 (Light Jet)
Departure FBO: Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
Arrival FBO: Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
Departure runway: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
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 Lyon to Bordeaux?

About 0h55 block time on a Phenom 300, for 465 km great-circle between LFLL and LFBD.

Which aircraft suits Lyon → Bordeaux?

A Phenom 300 (Light Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3100 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.

How fast can we depart from Lyon Saint-Exupéry?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Sky Valet Lyon.

What about customs and formalities?