Paris, France

PARIS, THE CITY OF LIGHT

Located in northern France along the Seine, Paris is the political, cultural and economic capital of the country. The city is home to more than 2,000 historical monuments and nearly 200 museums, welcoming tens of millions of visitors every year.

From Notre-Dame Cathedral to Sacré-Cœur, from the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre Museum, passing through the Champs-Élysées and the Tuileries Gardens, Paris reveals its heritage to visitors from around the world. As the global capital of fashion and gastronomy, the city also hosts an exceptional concentration of palace hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants and haute couture houses.

KEY TAKEAWAYS — PARIS IN BUSINESS AVIATION

• Main airport: Paris-Le Bourget (LFPB / LBG), exclusively reserved for business aviation.
• Position: No. 1 business aviation airport in Europe, with around 50,000 movements per year.
• Distance from central Paris: 11 km (25 to 40 minutes by car).
• Alternatives: Paris-CDG (for commercial connections), Pontoise, Toussus-le-Noble.
• Ultra-fast access to the city centre: Issy-les-Moulineaux heliport, 15 minutes from Le Bourget.
• Flight times from Europe: Geneva ~1h, London ~1h15, Milan ~1h30, Monaco ~1h30, Nice ~1h30.

PARIS AIRPORTS

Paris-Le Bourget (LFPB / LBG)

Located 11 kilometres north of Paris in the municipality of Le Bourget, the airport has been exclusively reserved for business aviation since the 1980s. It is Europe's leading business aviation airport, ahead of Geneva, Nice and the London airports of Luton and Farnborough.

Le Bourget hosts several FBOs (Dassault Falcon Service, Universal Aviation, Jetex, Signature Flight Support, Advanced Air Support) that welcome passengers in private lounges before boarding. The airport features runways over 3,000 metres long, accessible to every jet category from Light Jet to Ultra Long Range.

• ICAO code: LFPB — IATA code: LBG
• Standard operating hours: 6:00 AM to 10:30 PM (departures outside these windows subject to authorisation)
• FBOs: 5 main operators

Paris-Charles de Gaulle (LFPG / CDG)

France's busiest commercial airport, CDG also accommodates private jets, primarily to ensure "plane-to-plane" connections with long-haul commercial flights. However, slots are limited for business aviation, with scheduled airlines taking priority. Le Bourget remains the most efficient option for a private flight to or from Paris.

Paris-Pontoise Cormeilles-en-Vexin (LFPT)

Located north-west of Paris, Pontoise is an alternative to Le Bourget. The airport is subject to operational restrictions (hours, aircraft type) and mainly accommodates Light and Midsize Jets.

Toussus-le-Noble (LFPN)

West of Paris, this airport welcomes smaller aircraft and turboprops. It provides fast access to western Paris (Saint-Germain-en-Laye, Versailles, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines).

Paris Issy-les-Moulineaux Heliport

Paris's only official urban heliport, located west of the city. It allows passengers arriving at Le Bourget to reach central Paris in just 15 minutes by helicopter — a transfer regularly arranged by IBC Aviation for its clients.

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PARIS EVENTS

Paris hosts many of the world's most prominent cultural, sports and professional events every year. IBC Aviation arranges your private flight, FBO arrival, ground or helicopter transfer and, if needed, your palace hotel accommodation, so you can attend these events in the best conditions.

Rétromobile

International meeting of classic car collectors, the Rétromobile show takes place every year in February at Porte de Versailles, displaying over 500 exceptional cars and welcoming more than 100,000 visitors.

Paris Fashion Week

Organised by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode, Paris Fashion Week brings together leading fashion houses twice a year for ready-to-wear (February-March for autumn-winter collections, September-October for spring-summer) and twice a year for Haute Couture (January and July). Paris is one of the four global fashion capitals alongside New York, London and Milan.

Roland-Garros (French Open)

The second Grand Slam tournament of the tennis season, Roland-Garros takes place every year from late May to early June at Stade Roland-Garros, in the 16th arrondissement. It remains the largest clay-court tournament on the professional circuit, drawing over 600,000 spectators across two weeks.

Paris Air Show — Le Bourget

Every two years in June, the International Paris Air Show brings together the global aerospace industry at Le Bourget airport. Visitors and professionals discover the latest aircraft, technological innovations and flight demonstrations. It is the world's leading aerospace show, featuring more than 2,000 exhibitors from over 100 countries. The first edition took place in 1909 at the Grand Palais, and the show moved to Le Bourget in 1953.

Art Basel Paris (formerly FIAC)

Since 2022, Art Basel Paris has replaced the FIAC (Foire Internationale d'Art Contemporain). Held every October at the Grand Palais, the event brings together more than 150 international galleries around modern and contemporary art.

Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe

Europe's premier horse race, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe is held on the first Sunday of October at Longchamp racecourse — an unmissable event for owners, breeders and horse enthusiasts from around the world.

PARIS PALACES AND HOTELS

Paris is home to more than a dozen establishments officially classified as "Palace" by Atout France. IBC Aviation works with most of them to coordinate client arrivals from Le Bourget.

Le Meurice

228 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris. Facing the Tuileries Gardens, this 18th-century building has combined opulence and contemporary elegance since 1835. Its restaurant "Le Meurice Alain Ducasse" holds two Michelin stars. The second restaurant, "Le Dalí", pays tribute to Salvador Dalí, a regular guest of the hotel.

Hôtel de Crillon

10 place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris. Reopened in 2017 after four years of renovation, the Hôtel de Crillon embodies the Parisian spirit at its finest: 78 rooms, 36 suites and 10 signature suites designed by Karl Lagerfeld.

Four Seasons Hôtel George V

31 avenue George V, 75008 Paris. A short walk from the Champs-Élysées, the George V, founded in 1928, features 244 rooms including 59 suites. Its Art Deco architecture and 17th-19th-century interiors make it a true Parisian institution. Its restaurant "Le Cinq" holds three Michelin stars.

Other Parisian palace hotels

• The Ritz Paris — 15 place Vendôme, 75001
• Plaza Athénée — 25 avenue Montaigne, 75008
• Le Bristol Paris — 112 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008
• The Peninsula Paris — 19 avenue Kléber, 75116
• Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris — 37 avenue Hoche, 75008
• Mandarin Oriental Paris — 251 rue Saint-Honoré, 75001
• Shangri-La Paris — 10 avenue d'Iéna, 75116
• Cheval Blanc Paris — 8 quai du Louvre, 75001
• Lutetia — 45 boulevard Raspail, 75006

PARISIAN GASTRONOMY

Paris is home to more than 120 Michelin-starred restaurants, including around ten three-star venues. Flagship addresses include Le Cinq (George V), Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée, Epicure (Le Bristol), Guy Savoy, Arpège (Alain Passard), Le Pré Catelan, and Kei. Our team handles bookings and, if needed, private buyouts, especially for confidential business meetings.

TRANSFERS FROM LE BOURGET

From Le Bourget, several options are available to reach central Paris or your final destination:

• Chauffeured car: 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic — the most common solution.
• Helicopter to Issy-les-Moulineaux: 15 minutes, ideal at peak hours.
• Car + helicopter: combination used to reach Île-de-France destinations (Versailles, Fontainebleau, Deauville).

IBC Aviation coordinates the full ground transfer, including cars and helicopters, according to client needs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — PRIVATE JET TO PARIS

Which airport is best for a private jet to Paris?

Paris-Le Bourget (LFPB) is the reference airport for business aviation in Paris. It is exclusively dedicated to private flights and located 11 km from the centre. Paris-CDG is used only for "plane-to-plane" connections with long-haul commercial flights.

How long does it take to reach central Paris from Le Bourget?

Count 25 to 40 minutes by car depending on traffic, or 15 minutes by helicopter to the Issy-les-Moulineaux heliport. IBC Aviation can arrange both transfer options upon arrival.

Which private jets can land at Le Bourget?

Every aircraft category, from Light Jet to Ultra Long Range, can operate at Le Bourget. The runways exceed 3,000 metres and accommodate Boeing BBJ and Airbus ACJ.

Is Le Bourget open 24/7?

Standard hours are 6:00 AM – 10:30 PM. Movements outside these windows are possible upon authorisation (long-haul flights, medical needs, operational reasons). Our teams handle the authorisation process.

What is the busiest time for a private jet to Paris?

Fashion Week (February-March and September-October), Roland-Garros (late May – early June), the Paris Air Show (June, odd years) and Art Basel Paris (October) are the busiest periods. We recommend booking several weeks in advance for these slots.

RENT A PRIVATE JET TO AND FROM PARIS LE BOURGET

IBC Aviation offers a wide fleet of private jets for charter and recommends, based on your budget, number of passengers and distance, the aircraft most suited to your itinerary. Through a network of audited operators, our charter brokers deliver a full solution for your professional and personal travel to or from Paris.

Contact one of our representatives at contact@ibc-aviation.com or on +33 1 41 69 88 88 to charter your private jet to or from Paris-Le Bourget. Our team is available 24/7 to answer all your requests.