Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Samedan ➔ Bordeaux
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~4,770 km
Average flight time
~5h 49m
Recommended aircraft
Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Samedan 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
Between Samedan and Bordeaux our desk plans 844 km in 1h22, midsize jet category. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Samedan. A helicopter connection to Saint-Émilion / Arcachon can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Engadin Samedan (LSZS)
On the departure side, Engadin Samedan (LSZS) serves Samedan from 46.53°N / 9.88°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Engadin Airport AG; 1800 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to St. Moritz (direct).
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
- 844 km · 456 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h22
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Engadin Airport AG — Engadin Samedan (LSZS / SMV)
- Arrival FBO
- Sky Valet Bordeaux — Bordeaux Mérignac (LFBD / BOD)
- Departure runway
- 1800 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
International sector Suisse → France: 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 Samedan to Bordeaux?
About 1h22 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 844 km great-circle between LSZS and LFBD.
Which aircraft suits Samedan → 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 Engadin Samedan?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Engadin Airport AG.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Suisse → France: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.