Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Zurich ➔ Athènes
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,620 km
Average flight time
~1h 59m
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 Zurich and Athènes 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
The Zurich – Athènes sector links Zürich Kloten (LSZH) to Athènes (LGAV) over 1,639 km great-circle, about 2h21 airborne in a Citation XLS+. Boarding at Jet Aviation Zurich, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Onward helicopter transfer available to Mykonos / Santorin.
Departure and arrival airports
Zürich Kloten (LSZH)
Zürich Kloten (LSZH / ZRH) is a major business field at 47.46°N / 8.55°E, Switzerland. Runway: 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Jet Aviation Zurich. Helicopter link: St. Moritz / Davos.
Athènes (LGAV)
Athènes (LGAV / ATH) is a major business field at 37.94°N / 23.94°E, Greece. Runway: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: GoldAir Handling. Helicopter link: Mykonos / Santorin.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,639 km · 885 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h21
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Jet Aviation Zurich — Zürich Kloten (LSZH / ZRH)
- Arrival FBO
- GoldAir Handling — Athènes (LGAV / ATH)
- Departure runway
- 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Mykonos / Santorin
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Suisse → Grèce: 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 Zurich to Athènes?
About 2h21 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,639 km great-circle between LSZH and LGAV.
Which aircraft suits Zurich → Athènes?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Zürich Kloten?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Jet Aviation Zurich.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Suisse → Grèce: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.