Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Zurich ➔ Madrid Barajas

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

Estimated distance

~3,100 km

Average flight time

~3h 47m

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 Zurich and Madrid Barajas 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

Sector LSZH – LEMD is 1,240 km of direct routing, flown in 1h51 on a Citation XLS+. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Zürich Kloten (3700 m) and alternate fuel are validated. On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.

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.

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD)

Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD / MAD) is a major business field at 40.47°N / 3.56°W, Spain. Runway: 4350 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Executive Aviation Madrid. Helicopter link: Salamanca / La Moraleja.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 1,240 km · 670 NM
Estimated block time: 1h51
Recommended aircraft: Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
Departure FBO: Jet Aviation Zurich — Zürich Kloten (LSZH / ZRH)
Arrival FBO: Executive Aviation Madrid — Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas (LEMD / MAD)
Departure runway: 3700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Arrival runway: 4350 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Onward helicopter: Salamanca / La Moraleja

Seasonality & slots

Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.

Customs & formalities

International sector Suisse → Espagne: 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 Madrid Barajas?

About 1h51 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,240 km great-circle between LSZH and LEMD.

Which aircraft suits Zurich → Madrid Barajas?

A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4350 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?