Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Madrid Barajas ➔ Cannes

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

Estimated distance

~6,130 km

Average flight time

~7h 29m

Recommended aircraft

Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)

Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Madrid Barajas and Cannes 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 Madrid Barajas and Cannes our desk plans 932 km in 1h29, midsize jet category. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (4350 m) and alternate fuel are validated. On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.

Departure and arrival airports

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD)

On the departure side, Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD) serves Madrid Barajas from 40.47°N / 3.56°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Executive Aviation Madrid; 4350 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Salamanca / La Moraleja.

Cannes Mandelieu (LFMD)

On the arrival side, Cannes Mandelieu (LFMD) serves Cannes from 43.54°N / 6.95°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sky Valet Cannes; 1620 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Cannes Croisette.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 932 km · 503 NM
Estimated block time: 1h29
Recommended aircraft: Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
Departure FBO: Executive Aviation Madrid — Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD / MAD)
Arrival FBO: Sky Valet Cannes — Cannes Mandelieu (LFMD / CEQ)
Departure runway: 4350 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Arrival runway: 1620 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
Onward helicopter: Cannes Croisette

Seasonality & slots

Peak demand December–March (ski season): slots and parking must be booked several days ahead.

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 Madrid Barajas to Cannes?

About 1h29 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 932 km great-circle between LEMD and LFMD.

Which aircraft suits Madrid Barajas → Cannes?

A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1620 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.

How fast can we depart from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Executive Aviation Madrid.

What about customs and formalities?