Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Lyon ➔ Gstaad
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~200 km
Average flight time
~0h 15m
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 Gstaad 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
Lyon → Gstaad: 188 km, 0h34 block time, departing Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL) and arriving Saanen (LSGK). We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Lyon. 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.
Saanen (LSGK)
On the arrival side, Saanen (LSGK) serves Gstaad from 46.49°N / 7.26°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Saanen Airport Operations; 1400 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days. Helicopter onward leg to Gstaad Palace.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 188 km · 102 NM
- Estimated block time
- 0h34
- Recommended aircraft
- Phenom 300 (Light Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Valet Lyon — Lyon Saint-Exupéry (LFLL / LYS)
- Arrival FBO
- Saanen Airport Operations — Saanen (LSGK / GSV)
- Departure runway
- 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 1400 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days
- Onward helicopter
- Gstaad Palace
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 Lyon to Gstaad?
About 0h34 block time on a Phenom 300, for 188 km great-circle between LFLL and LSGK.
Which aircraft suits Lyon → Gstaad?
A Phenom 300 (Light Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1400 m — light to midsize jets, payload-limited on hot days.
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?
International sector France → Suisse: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.