Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Rome ➔ Bordeaux
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,100 km
Average flight time
~1h 20m
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 Rome 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 Rome Ciampino (LIRA) and Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD) removes connections entirely: 1,127 km non-stop in 1h43. Boarding at Sky Services / Argos, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Rome Ciampino (LIRA)
On the departure side, Rome Ciampino (LIRA) serves Rome from 41.80°N / 12.59°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Sky Services / Argos; 2200 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Vatican / Centre historique.
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
- 1,127 km · 608 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h43
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Sky Services / Argos — Rome Ciampino (LIRA / CIA)
- Arrival FBO
- Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
- Departure runway
- 2200 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 Rome to Bordeaux?
About 1h43 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,127 km great-circle between LIRA and LFBD.
Which aircraft suits Rome → 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 Rome Ciampino?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Sky Services / Argos.
What about customs and formalities?
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.