8 Best Private Jet Companies in Paris – Luxury Flights to the City of Light

Updated October 2026. Paris has the busiest business aviation airport in Europe. Paris-Le Bourget handled 54,724 business aviation movements in 2024, according to the EBAA Yearbook (data from EUROCONTROL, prepared by WingX). That put Le Bourget first among European business aviation airports, with business jets and turboprops making up 92% of its traffic.

How we chose: We looked at each company's own website, its fleet or services, where it operates, and its record in our directory of 21,000+ aviation companies. The Flying Engineer has been online since 2012. Companies cannot pay to be on this list or for their position. Featured companies on our directory are always labelled.

This guide looks at eight names that often come up when people search for private jet companies in Paris. We checked each one again for this update. The market has changed since the first version of this article. Some companies grew, and three of the eight are no longer what they used to be: Wijet stopped flying, the Air France private jet service ended with it, and OpenJet is now a software company. We say so clearly below, so you do not waste time chasing a service that is gone.

The companies covered: Air France La Première (private jet service ended), Jetfly Aviation (Pilatus fractional ownership), Luxaviation France (charter and aircraft management at Le Bourget), Wijet (closed), Dassault Falcon Service (Falcon maintenance, charter and handling), OpenJet (now flight software), Aero (semi-private flights, no confirmed Paris route) and VistaJet (global subscription flying).

Why Choose a Private Jet to Paris?

Private flying is not only about comfort. For most clients, the real gain is time and control over the schedule.

Private jet travel to Paris removes most of the waiting that comes with airline travel. You fly when you want, from the airport that suits you, and you skip the long terminal walk.

The main advantages:

• More airport choice. Besides Le Bourget, business aircraft can use Paris-Orly, Charles de Gaulle and smaller airfields around Paris such as Pontoise and Toussus-le-Noble.
• Short ground time. At a private terminal, you arrive shortly before departure instead of hours ahead.
• Freedom to change your departure time at short notice, within crew and airport limits.
• Privacy for confidential business talks or well-known travellers.
• Direct flights to smaller French destinations, such as Cannes, Bordeaux or Deauville, without a connection.

The contrast with the airlines is clear. Paris-Charles de Gaulle, one of the busiest airports globally, handled about 72 million passengers in 2025, according to Groupe ADP figures. Le Bourget, by contrast, is built around business aviation.

Beyond Convenience: The Full Private Experience

Flying private to Paris means a smaller, calmer airport and a car that can often meet you close to the aircraft. Picture landing at Le Bourget, Paris's main private jet airport, with border checks handled at your private terminal and your driver waiting outside.

Paris Private Jet Routes and Flight Times

We have removed the price table from the old version of this article. Charter prices change with the aircraft, the date, fuel, crew positioning and demand, and we could not verify the old figures. Ask two or three operators or brokers for an all-in quote for your exact trip.

What we can give you is the distance and a rough flight time for common routes into Le Bourget. Distances are straight-line figures we calculated between the airports. Flight times are estimates and depend on winds, routing and aircraft type.

Route (to Le Bourget)	Distance	Rough flight time	Usual aircraft size
London Farnborough → Paris	About 345 km	About 1 hour	Light jet or turboprop
London Luton → Paris	About 380 km	About 1 hour	Light jet or turboprop
Brussels → Paris	About 260 km	About 45 minutes	Light jet or turboprop
Geneva → Paris	About 410 km	About 1 hour	Light or midsize jet
Nice → Paris	About 695 km	About 1 hour 20 minutes	Light or midsize jet
Barcelona → Paris	About 855 km	About 1 hour 40 minutes	Light or midsize jet
Dubai → Paris	About 5,250 km	About 7 hours	Large-cabin or long-range jet
New York (Teterboro) → Paris	About 5,830 km	About 7 to 8 hours	Large-cabin or long-range jet

Note on Moscow: The old version listed Moscow to Paris charters. Since 2022, EU sanctions have closed EU airspace to Russian aircraft, including private jets owned or controlled by Russian persons. Check current rules with your operator before planning any flight with a Russian link.

For a sense of real demand, here are the busiest business aviation airport pairs for Le Bourget in 2024, from the EBAA Yearbook. Counts include flights in both directions.

Airport pair with Paris-Le Bourget	Business aviation movements, 2024	Change vs 2023
Geneva	3,363	Down 1%
Nice Côte d'Azur	2,641	Up 1%
London Luton	1,439	Up 4%
Farnborough	1,428	Down 11%

Geneva and Nice, not London, are the top pairs. London traffic is split between several airports, so the London total is higher when you add them up.

Understanding Paris Private Jet Pricing Components

A charter quote is more than an hourly rate. When you compare quotes, check whether each one includes:

• Flight time: the main cost, set by aircraft size. Many operators also apply a minimum billed time on short flights.
• Positioning: the cost of flying the aircraft empty to your departure airport, and back again afterwards.
• Landing and parking fees: these depend on the airport and the aircraft weight.
• FBO handling: ramp services, passenger lounge, fuel coordination and help with border checks.
• Crew costs: hotels and allowances if the crew must stay overnight.
• Catering: basic catering is often included. Special menus cost extra.
• Ground transport: a car to central Paris, or a helicopter transfer.
• De-icing in winter: charged when needed, and it can be costly on large jets.

Empty Leg Flights From and To Paris

Empty legs happen when an aircraft must fly empty between two paid trips. Operators often sell these one-way flights below normal charter rates to recover some of the cost. You can browse companies that list them in our empty leg directory.

Example: A jet flies a client from London to Paris on Monday morning. Its next job starts in London on Tuesday. The return flight to London would fly empty, so the operator may sell it as an empty leg at a reduced price.

Empty leg limits: (1) departure times are mostly fixed, (2) the flight can be cancelled if the original paid trip changes, (3) availability is limited to where aircraft happen to be going, and (4) they are one-way only.

Where to find Paris empty legs: ask operators and brokers directly, and check their websites and mailing lists. The old version of this article pointed to an OpenJet app. As explained below, OpenJet now sells software to operators and is not a booking marketplace for travellers.

The 8 Private Jet Companies in Paris: 2026 Status

We checked each company again in October 2026. Five still run a service that private flyers can use. Three do not, and we explain what happened.

1. Air France La Première Private Jets (service ended)

Status: Private jet service no longer offered. La Première today: Air France's first class cabin on long-haul flights.

Air France launched a private jet option for La Première customers in July 2014, in partnership with the operator Wijet. Wijet flew the trips, first with Citation Mustangs and later with HondaJets.

The service ended when Wijet stopped flying. Wijet stopped taking bookings in December 2019 and its French company was put into judicial liquidation. In February 2020, Private Jet Card Comparisons reported that Air France's first class customer service said the private jet option was no longer offered. In 2023, Wheels Up said it was in talks with Air France-KLM about private jet services, but we found no announced deal. If you want a private jet in Paris today, book with an operator directly.

2. Jetfly Aviation

Specialties: Fractional ownership, aircraft management, on-demand charter. Fleet Highlights: Pilatus PC-12 turboprops and PC-24 jets. Notable Feature: One of the largest Pilatus fleets in Europe.

Jetfly is based in Luxembourg and flies across Europe, including into Paris. It built its business on Pilatus aircraft. The PC-12 and PC-24 can use short runways, which opens up airfields that larger jets cannot reach. The PC-12 was also the most active aircraft type at Le Bourget in 2024, with 4,690 movements, according to the EBAA Yearbook.

In 2025, Luxembourg business site Paperjam put the Jetfly fleet at 70 aircraft: 52 PC-12s, 15 PC-24s and three Cirrus jets, all registered in Luxembourg. Jetfly also agreed a fleet-sharing deal with US fractional company PlaneSense from April 2025, so owners of each can use the other's aircraft. Jetfly's website lists fractional ownership, aircraft management, on-demand charter, a training centre, maintenance and aircraft trading.

3. Luxaviation France

Specialties: Charter, aircraft management, maintenance support. Fleet Highlights: About 20 aircraft at Le Bourget, mainly Dassault Falcons. Notable Feature: Part of Luxaviation Group, which also owns the ExecuJet FBO network.

Luxaviation France is the French arm of Luxembourg-based Luxaviation Group. It was formed from two long-standing French operators, Unijet and Masterjet, which joined the group around 2013 and began trading as Luxaviation France in 2016. The company says it has 20 aircraft at its Le Bourget base and a second office at Cannes-Mandelieu for the French Riviera.

On ExecuJet: Luxaviation Group bought ExecuJet in 2015, and ExecuJet still runs as the group's FBO brand. In 2020 the group bought the Sky Valet VIP terminal at Le Bourget and moved it under the ExecuJet name. In 2024 it bought the rest of the Sky Valet FBO chain. In 2025 the group also started Luxaviation ONE, a charter service that uses aircraft from its own fleet and selected partner fleets. Luxaviation France says it offered the first ultra-long-range Falcon 7X for charter from Le Bourget in 2010.

4. Wijet (closed)

Status: No longer operating. Former fleet: Citation Mustangs, then HondaJets. Former model: "Air taxi" flights at a fixed hourly price.

Wijet was a Paris-based air taxi company and the operator behind Air France's private jet service. In 2018 it signed for 16 HondaJets to replace its Citation Mustangs, and it began HondaJet flights in March 2019.

The company ran into money trouble the same year. Its UK arm closed in 2018. In December 2019 it stopped taking bookings, and a French court ordered the liquidation of its French company. Wijet said it would restart from Luxembourg in 2020, but a 2021 report from Private Jet Card Comparisons said that never happened. The wijet.com address now shows an unrelated charter review site, so we have removed the link.

5. Dassault Falcon Service

Specialties: Falcon maintenance, charter, ground handling, Falcon aircraft management. Fleet Highlights: Dassault Falcon business jets. Notable Feature: Owned by the Falcon manufacturer, Dassault Aviation.

Flying with Dassault Falcon Service means flying a French aircraft with the people who know it best. The company is based in the business aviation area of Le Bourget, on avenue de l'Europe, and also has a site at Bordeaux-Mérignac.

Its website lists four service lines: maintenance, charter, FBO and ground handling, and Falcon management. For anyone thinking about buying a Falcon, a charter flight with the manufacturer's own service company is a practical way to try the model first.

6. OpenJet (now flight software, not a marketplace)

Status: Not a booking service for travellers. What it does: Flight management software for private aviation operators. Base: Windhof, Luxembourg.

The old version of this article described OpenJet as an empty leg marketplace with a mobile app. That is not what the company offers today. The openjet.com site belongs to OpenJet S.A. in Luxembourg, which sells software that operators use for reservations, sales, flight operations and crew planning.

So OpenJet may sit behind the scenes at an operator you book with, but you cannot book a flight with OpenJet itself. For discounted one-way flights, contact operators and brokers directly.

7. Aero (semi-private flights, no confirmed Paris route)

Specialties: Scheduled semi-private flights sold by the seat. Fleet Highlights: Embraer ERJ135 jets with 16 seats. Paris status: No Paris route confirmed.

This entry used to be called "Aero France" and linked to france-aero.com. That site belongs to a different company: an aircraft parts seller and repair firm at Limoges airport. We have removed the link.

The service described here is Aero, a semi-private jet company that sells seats on ERJ135 jets with 16 seats, plus full charters. Its commercial business class rivals are a useful comparison, since Aero sits between airline seats and full charter. Its main network is in North America. In Europe it has flown from London Farnborough to places like Nice, Ibiza and Geneva in past seasons. We found no current Aero route to or from Paris, so check its route list before planning around it.

8. VistaJet

Specialties: Global coverage, the same cabin standard worldwide. Fleet Highlights: Bombardier Challenger and Global jets, including the long-range Global 7500. Notable Feature: Subscription flying with aircraft on as little as 24 hours' notice.

VistaJet is based in Malta, not Paris, but flies into Le Bourget often and is a strong choice for global travel. Its silver and red jets give the same cabin experience wherever you fly.

VistaJet's Program is a flight hour subscription. The company says members get access to its whole fleet at a fixed hourly rate, with aircraft available on as little as 24 hours' notice. In November 2024 it added its 18th Global 7500, a jet that can fly nonstop from Paris to most of the world's major cities.

Understanding Private Jet Categories

When picking among private jet companies in Paris, knowing the aircraft sizes helps you match the trip to the right provider. Hourly rates vary widely by operator, so ask for quotes rather than relying on averages.

Light Jets: Perfect for Quick European Hops

Passengers: Usually 4 to 7. Ideal Usage: Paris to London, Geneva, Brussels, Amsterdam. Popular Models: Citation CJ3, Phenom 300.

Light jets are the busiest jets at Le Bourget. The EBAA Yearbook counted 19,594 light jet movements there in 2024, more than any other segment. The Phenom 300 alone made 4,163. They can use smaller airports that larger jets cannot, and they suit short hops to nearby European capitals.

Mid-Size Jets: The Versatile Option

Passengers: Usually 7 to 9. Ideal Usage: Paris to Rome, Barcelona, Berlin. Popular Models: Citation Latitude, Learjet 60.

Midsize jets suit many Paris travellers. They give more headroom, real luggage space and enough range for most of Europe.

Large-Cabin Jets: Crossing Continents in Style

Passengers: Usually 10 to 14. Ideal Usage: Paris to the Middle East, North Africa, or across the Atlantic with the right model. Popular Models: Falcon 2000LX, Challenger 650.

Heavy jets made 18,450 movements at Le Bourget in 2024, according to the EBAA Yearbook. For long trips, large cabins give room to work, eat and rest. Many have a separate area that can be set up for sleeping.

Ultra-Long-Range Jets: The Ultimate No-Compromise Solution

Passengers: Usually 12 to 16. Ideal Usage: Paris to Tokyo, Singapore, Los Angeles. Popular Models: Global 7500, Falcon 8X, Gulfstream G650.

These aircraft fly the longest nonstop routes from Paris, such as Paris to Hong Kong. For business leaders who cover several continents, they turn a two-stop trip into one flight.

Paris's Private Jet Terminals

The private jet experience in Paris starts on the ground, at terminals kept apart from airline crowds.

Le Bourget Airport: The Private Aviation Gold Standard

Le Bourget sits about 11 kilometres north-east of central Paris. It was Europe's top business aviation airport by movements in 2024, according to the EBAA Yearbook. Unlike most cities, where private jets share runways with airlines, Paris has an airport where business aviation is the main traffic. It offers:

• Several private terminals (FBOs), including Signature, Universal Aviation, ExecuJet, Jet Aviation and Dassault Falcon Service
• Border police and customs available for business aviation passengers
• Helicopter connections
• A short drive to northern Paris

Recent change: In August 2025, Jet Aviation took over the AstonSky FBO at Le Bourget. The site has three hangars of about 3,500 square metres that can take aircraft up to the Gulfstream G700.

Paris-Issy Heliport: City Center Convenience

For travellers short on time, some operators arrange helicopter transfers from the Paris-Issy-les-Moulineaux heliport, in the 15th arrondissement. It is the city's heliport and the closest air link to central Paris. Helicopter flights over Paris are tightly controlled, so book transfers through an operator that knows the local rules.

Charles de Gaulle Private Aviation

Most private flights use Le Bourget, but business aircraft can also use Charles de Gaulle. This can make sense for travellers connecting to an airline flight.

What to Expect When Flying Private to Paris

From booking to landing, here is what flying with a private jet company in Paris usually looks like.

The Booking Process

Unlike airline flights with fixed schedules, private flights are planned around you. Expect to discuss:

• Your preferred departure time
• Ground transport at both ends
• Catering requests
• Passenger names and passport details for border checks

Many operators have 24/7 teams and can arrange flights at short notice for existing clients, if an aircraft and crew are free.

Pre-Flight Experience

Arriving at a private terminal is very different from an airline terminal:

• You arrive a short time before departure, as advised by your operator
• Parking or drop-off right at the terminal
• Security screening without long lines
• Boarding when you are ready, with no boarding calls

Paris FBOs have comfortable lounges, but many passengers go straight to the aircraft.

Onboard Experience with Parisian Flair

Paris operators often bring a French touch to the flight:

• Champagne and wine chosen for the trip
• Catering from well-known Parisian houses (such as Lenôtre, Fauchon or Dalloyau), on request
• Cabin service in the French style on larger jets with a flight attendant
• Amenity kits on request

Arrival Advantages

After landing in Paris, private jet passengers usually move fast:

• Border checks are handled at the private terminal
• A short walk, or a short drive, from aircraft to car
• Bags handled by the crew or the FBO, with no carousel
• Cars can sometimes meet the aircraft, subject to airport rules

Cost Considerations for Private Jet Travel to Paris

Private flying is a big cost. Knowing how each model works helps you judge the value.

Ownership Models and Their Paris Implications

Whole Aircraft Ownership

• You pay for the aircraft, crew, hangar, maintenance and insurance
• Hangar space at Le Bourget is in demand, so plan for it early
• Many owners hand day-to-day work to a management company, which may also charter the aircraft to others when you are not using it

Fractional Ownership

• You buy a share of an aircraft and get a set number of hours each year
• In Europe, Jetfly (Pilatus PC-12 and PC-24) and NetJets Europe are well-known programmes
• Popular with executives who fly often around Europe

Jet Cards and Subscriptions

• Prepaid hours or a membership with set rates in chosen aircraft sizes
• VistaJet's Program is one example of a subscription model
• Good for people who fly often but do not want to own

Per-Trip Charter

• Best for occasional travellers
• Paris to London is a short flight that suits a light jet
• No long-term commitment or capital outlay

Value Optimization Strategies

Consider Empty Legs Several operators sell empty repositioning flights below their usual rates for flexible travellers.

Paris-Specific Peak Periods to Avoid Demand and prices from Paris tend to rise during:

• Paris Fashion Week (around February/March and September/October)
• Roland Garros tennis tournament (May/June)
• Cannes Film Festival (May)
• Monaco Grand Prix weekend
• Paris Air Show weeks at Le Bourget (next edition 14 to 20 June 2027)

Smaller Airfields Airfields like Pontoise or Toussus-le-Noble can sometimes cost less than Le Bourget, but they are further from the centre and not every aircraft can use them. Ask your operator to compare.

Frequently Asked Questions: Private Jets to Paris 2026

How much does it cost to charter a private jet to Paris?

It depends on the aircraft, the route, the date and whether the aircraft must fly empty to reach you. A short hop from London or Brussels in a light jet costs far less than a transatlantic flight in a long-range jet. We no longer publish fixed price ranges, because we could not verify them and they go out of date fast.

How to get a fair price:

• Ask two or three operators or brokers for an all-in quote for the same trip
• Check what is included: positioning, landing fees, handling, crew costs, catering and de-icing
• Ask whether the aircraft is already near your departure airport
• Check if a turboprop like the PC-12 would work for short trips
• Ask about empty legs if your dates are flexible

Empty legs: These can cost much less than a normal charter, but departure times are fixed and the flight can be cancelled if the original trip changes.

Which airport do private jets use in Paris?

Paris-Le Bourget (ICAO: LFPB, IATA: LBG) is the main private jet airport. It is about 11 km north-east of central Paris. Le Bourget opened in 1919 and hosts the Paris Air Show, held there since 1953. It has several private terminals, including:

• Signature: FBO with on-site customs and immigration, hangar and a large ramp.
• Universal Aviation: FBO with VIP lounge and hangar.
• ExecuJet (Luxaviation Group): the former Sky Valet VIP terminal, bought in 2020.
• Jet Aviation: the former AstonSky FBO, taken over in August 2025.
• Dassault Falcon Service: FBO, maintenance and charter.

Other Paris options: Paris-Orly and Charles de Gaulle also accept business aircraft. Smaller airfields such as Pontoise and Toussus-le-Noble suit smaller aircraft. Paris-Issy heliport handles helicopters only.

Le Bourget advantages: short ground time, no airline crowds, private lounges, cars close to the aircraft, and border checks at the FBO.

Can I book a private jet for same-day departure to Paris?

Often, yes, on short European routes, if an aircraft and crew are free near your departure airport. Long-haul flights need more time to plan crews, routes and permits. Options include:

• Operators with aircraft based in Paris, such as Luxaviation France and Dassault Falcon Service, for flights out of Le Bourget
• VistaJet: Program members can get aircraft on as little as 24 hours' notice, according to the company
• Brokers: they can search many operators at once for a free aircraft

Same-day limits: (1) fewer aircraft are free at weekends, holidays and in summer, (2) last-minute trips can cost more, (3) crew duty time rules may block a crew that has already flown that day, and (4) during big events such as the Paris Air Show, Le Bourget can be very busy.

Emergency travel: call operators directly for the fastest answer. We have removed the phone numbers from the old version of this article because we could not confirm them. Use the contact details on each company's own website.

What is the cheapest way to fly private to Paris?

The cheapest options are empty leg flights, smaller aircraft on short routes, and semi-private seats where they exist.

Empty legs: Ask operators and brokers about one-way flights into or out of Paris. Sign up for their alerts on the routes you fly often.

Shared charter: True shared charters, where strangers split one aircraft, were made popular by JetSmarter. JetSmarter did not go bankrupt; Vista Global, VistaJet's parent, bought it in 2019 and folded it into its XO brand. Some brokers still try to match travellers on the same route, but matches are rare.

Smaller aircraft: A turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 or a light jet often costs less per hour than a larger jet. On a one-hour hop from London or Brussels, a larger cabin adds little.

Semi-private flights: Wijet's air taxi flights and Air France's private jet option no longer exist. Aero sells seats on semi-private jets, but we found no current Paris route.

Fractional ownership: If you fly many hours a year, a fractional share with a company like Jetfly or NetJets Europe may cost less per hour than ad hoc charter. Compare full costs, including the share price, monthly fees and hourly fees, before you commit.

Budget reality check: If you mainly want comfort, an airline premium cabin costs far less than a private jet on short routes.

Do I need a visa to fly private jet to Paris?

Private jet passengers follow the same French and Schengen entry rules as airline passengers. Flying private does not remove visa rules, though border checks at a Le Bourget FBO are usually faster than at a large airline terminal.

No visa needed for short stays (up to 90 days in any 180 days):

• EU, EEA and Swiss citizens (free movement)
• Citizens of many other countries, including the US, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, the UAE and Brazil
• Check the full list on the European Commission's Home Affairs website

Visa needed: Citizens of countries without a visa waiver, such as China, India, Russia, Turkey, South Africa and Saudi Arabia, need a Schengen visa before travel. The standard fee for adults has been €90 since 11 June 2024. Apply through the French consulate or visa centre in your country. Operators cannot speed up a visa.

New EU border systems: The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) started on 12 October 2025 and was fully in place at all Schengen external borders by 10 April 2026. It records the fingerprints and facial image of non-EU visitors on short stays. ETIAS, a €20 online travel authorisation for visa-free visitors, is due to start in the last quarter of 2026. Check the official EU ETIAS site for the exact start date before you fly.

Le Bourget border checks: Passengers arriving from outside the Schengen area clear border control at the FBO before leaving the airport. Passengers on flights within Schengen do not normally face passport checks.

Crew: Your operator handles crew entry rules. Ask them if you have questions about your crew.

Onward travel: After entering at Le Bourget, you can travel within the Schengen area without more border checks. Schengen has 29 member countries since Bulgaria and Romania joined fully on 1 January 2025. Flights within Schengen, such as Paris to Geneva or Paris to Barcelona, normally have no passport control.

Which private jet companies fly to Paris from London?

London is one of the main sources of private flights to Le Bourget. In 2024, Le Bourget had 1,439 business aviation movements with London Luton and 1,428 with Farnborough, according to the EBAA Yearbook. Flights also use London City, Biggin Hill and other London airports.

How the companies in this guide fit the London to Paris route:

• Luxaviation France: Paris-based charter operator with about 20 aircraft at Le Bourget. Its group also has UK operations.
• VistaJet: Challenger and Global jets for members of its Program. These are larger jets, so they suit trips that continue further.
• Dassault Falcon Service: Falcon charter from Le Bourget.
• Jetfly Aviation: fractional owners can use its PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft on the route. It is not an ad hoc charter for the public in the same way.
• Wijet, Air France private jets, OpenJet and Aero: not options on this route today, for the reasons explained above.

Aircraft choice: At about an hour, London to Paris suits a light jet or a turboprop. A larger jet makes sense mainly if you continue further the same day or need more seats.

Which London airport: Farnborough is a dedicated business aviation airport south-west of London. Luton, north of London, has a busy private aviation side. London City is the closest to the City of London, but its steep approach limits which aircraft can use it. Your operator will advise based on your start point and the aircraft.

Can private jets land at Charles de Gaulle Airport?

Yes, but most private flights use Le Bourget. CDG is a large airline hub, with about 72 million passengers in 2025, so private aircraft fit around a busy airline schedule.

Why operators prefer Le Bourget:

• Traffic: Le Bourget is built around business aviation. At CDG, business jets share the airport with large airline traffic.
• Ground time: Private terminals at Le Bourget are set up for quick passenger flow.
• FBO choice: Le Bourget has several competing FBOs.
• Distance: Le Bourget is closer to central Paris than CDG.

When CDG can make sense: when you connect to or from an airline flight at CDG, or when Le Bourget is very busy during major events.

We have removed the CDG phone number and email from the old version of this article because we could not confirm them. Ask your operator or handling agent to arrange CDG handling.

What is Le Bourget Airport and why is it famous?

Le Bourget (IATA: LBG, ICAO: LFPB) is Paris's business aviation airport, about 11 km north-east of the city centre. It opened in 1919 and was the main Paris airport in the early years of air travel. Regular international airline flights left in 1977, and the airport turned to business aviation. Groupe ADP runs it today.

Historical significance:

• Charles Lindbergh landing (1927): Lindbergh landed the "Spirit of St. Louis" at Le Bourget on 21 May 1927, after about 33.5 hours in the air from New York. It was the first solo nonstop flight across the Atlantic, and a huge crowd met him at the airfield.
• Paris Air Show: The show began in 1909 at the Grand Palais and has been held at Le Bourget since 1953, in odd-numbered years. The 2025 edition (16 to 22 June) had 2,400 exhibitors from 48 countries and 305,200 visitors, according to the organiser. The next show runs 14 to 20 June 2027.
• Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace: France's national air and space museum has been at Le Bourget since 1975. Its collection includes Concorde and early aviation history.

Current operations (2026): Le Bourget had 54,724 business aviation movements in 2024, down 2% on 2023, according to the EBAA Yearbook. Light jets made up the largest group (19,594 movements), followed by heavy jets (18,450), midsize jets (9,191), turboprops (6,646) and bizliners (843). Europe accounted for 48,866 movements and North America for 2,342.

Le Bourget advantages for Paris private jet travel:

• Close to Paris: a short drive to central Paris via the A1 motorway, traffic permitting
• Business aviation focus: 92% of traffic is business aviation, so no airline crowds
• Choice of FBOs: operators can choose the terminal that suits them
• Border checks at the FBO: faster than an airline terminal
• Cars close to the aircraft: subject to airport rules
• Maintenance on site: including Dassault Falcon Service for Falcon jets

Le Bourget vs other European private jet hubs: Le Bourget ranked first in Europe for business aviation movements in 2024, according to the EBAA Yearbook. Its two busiest partner airports were Geneva and Nice, which are themselves major business aviation airports.

How far in advance should I book a private jet to Paris?

It depends on the route, the aircraft and the season. General guide: book a few days ahead for short European trips, at least a week or two ahead for long-haul trips, and further ahead for peak dates.

Short European routes (London, Brussels, Geneva, Nice to Paris):

• Short notice: possible within hours if an aircraft and crew are free nearby
• Better: a few days ahead, so the operator can find the right aircraft and FBO slot
• Best: a week or more ahead, which gives time to watch for empty legs

Long-haul routes (New York, Dubai, Los Angeles to Paris):

• Short notice: possible if a long-range jet is close by, but the operator must plan crew rest, routing and permits
• Better: one to two weeks ahead, to secure the aircraft type you want and arrange catering and cars
• Best: a month or more ahead, which may also open up positioning flights at lower rates

Peak dates that need more lead time:

• Paris Fashion Week: demand rises around the shows.
• Summer: many aircraft fly to the Riviera and holiday spots, so fewer are free in Paris.
• Christmas and New Year: many owners use their own aircraft, so charter supply drops.
• Paris Air Show weeks (June, odd years): Le Bourget is very busy. Plan early and expect operating limits.

Last-minute options:

• Paris-based operators, such as Luxaviation France, can often find an aircraft fastest for flights from Le Bourget
• VistaJet Program members can get aircraft on as little as 24 hours' notice, according to the company
• Brokers can search many operators at once

Booking timeline checklist:

• 30+ days ahead: widest aircraft choice, your preferred time, full catering options
• 14 to 30 days ahead: good choice, preferred time likely available
• 7 to 14 days ahead: fair choice, you may need some flexibility on time
• 3 to 7 days ahead: limited choice, prices may be higher
• Under 72 hours: very limited choice, flexible timing needed, often higher prices

Choosing a Private Jet Company in Paris

The list of private jet companies in Paris has changed since this article was first written. Wijet and the Air France private jet service are gone, and OpenJet is now a software supplier. The strongest options for flights from Paris today are operators with aircraft at Le Bourget, such as Luxaviation France and Dassault Falcon Service, plus programmes like Jetfly for fractional owners and VistaJet for global subscription flying.

Before you book, check the operator's air operator certificate, ask for an all-in quote and confirm which FBO you will use.

Sources: EBAA Yearbook, Paris-Le Bourget airport profile (2024 data from EUROCONTROL, prepared by WingX); Groupe ADP 2025 traffic figures as reported by aeroTELEGRAPH; Jet Aviation and AIN (AstonSky FBO, August 2025); Luxaviation (Luxaviation France page, Le Bourget VIP terminal release 2020) and AIN (Sky Valet FBOs, 2024; ExecuJet purchase, 2015); Paperjam and ch-aviation (Jetfly fleet and PlaneSense deal, 2025); Dassault Falcon Service website; OpenJet website; AIN, ch-aviation and Private Jet Card Comparisons (Wijet closure and Air France service, 2019 to 2021); VistaJet and Engineering News (Program terms, Global 7500, 2024); SIAE organiser report (Paris Air Show 2025); European Commission, eu-LISA and German Federal Foreign Office (EES, ETIAS, Schengen visa fee).