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Paris-Le Bourget: the Private Jet Airport Guide
Why Le Bourget is the European benchmark
Dedicated exclusively to business and general aviation, with no scheduled airline, Le Bourget offers what Roissy and Orly cannot: discretion and speed. No crowded terminal, no queues: you arrive about twenty minutes before departure in your terminal operator's lounge, luggage is loaded while formalities take a few minutes, and the aircraft departs as soon as you are ready. The airport welcomes every aircraft type, from very light jets to VIP long-range airliners, serving domestic and intercontinental flights alike. It is also home to the Paris Air Show in odd-numbered years.
Access and transfers to Paris
Le Bourget sits about a dozen kilometres from central Paris, roughly twenty-five minutes by road off-peak to the Grand Palais, Place Vendôme or the 8th arrondissement. At peak hours, allow up to double on some approaches; a chauffeur-driven car remains the standard transfer, matched to your flight's actual arrival time. For long-haul arrivals, customs and immigration are handled directly at the private terminal, in minutes. Our guide to Paris airports details the capital's airfields, and our Paris destination page prepares the stay.
Hours, restrictions and accepted aircraft
Like most major urban airports, Le Bourget applies evening and night-time restrictions, with exemptions possible depending on flight and aircraft type: a late departure or night arrival is planned, not improvised. As for aircraft, every category is accepted, from very light jets to VIP airliners in business configuration. Turboprops and helicopters are equally welcome. A practical note: during major Parisian events (Fashion Week, Roland-Garros, Art Basel), slots and aircraft parking are booked long in advance.
Alternatives to Le Bourget
| Airport | Transfer to central Paris | Aircraft | When to choose it |
| Paris-Le Bourget (LBG) | about 25 min | All | The default choice, every mission |
| Pontoise-Cormeilles (POX) | about 45 min | Light aircraft, turboprops | North-west access, softer rates |
| Toussus-le-Noble (TNF) | about 50 min | Light aircraft | South-west access, Versailles |
| Paris-Orly (ORY) | about 30 min | All | Occasional backup, limited bizav slots |
Flight times and indicative pricing
From Le Bourget, all of Europe is reached nonstop: expect about 50 minutes to London, 1 h to Geneva, 1 h 40 to Milan, 2 h 15 to Madrid, 3 h 30 to Marrakech. As an indication, a London-Paris round trip on a light jet is quoted from about 9,000 euros. We set out the factors behind the cost of a private jet charter, our available fleet covers every configuration, and our private jet charter to Paris service centralises requests to the capital.
IBC Aviation at Le Bourget
A business aviation broker for over thirty years, IBC Aviation organises dozens of movements at Le Bourget every week: choosing the terminal best suited to your ground destination, slots, hour exemptions when needed, and every ground service through our concierge services. For groups and delegations, our group travel service coordinates synchronised arrivals and departures.
Private jet charter with IBC Aviation:
Our teams advise you on the private jet best suited to your itinerary and requirements, and organise your trip to or from your destination. Available 24/7:
- France: +33 1 41 69 88 88
- Switzerland: +41 22 880 28 88
- Dubai: +971 55 303 5161
- Bangkok: +66 92 372 4680
- Email: contact@ibc-aviation.com
Frequently asked questions
Where is Le Bourget airport in relation to Paris?
Paris-Le Bourget sits about a dozen kilometres north-east of central Paris, roughly twenty-five minutes by road outside peak hours. It is the closest of the Paris airports for business aviation, dedicated exclusively to private and business flights.
How early should I arrive at Le Bourget before departure?
About twenty minutes is enough in most cases. You are welcomed in your private terminal's lounge, security and, for international flights, customs and immigration formalities take a few minutes while your luggage is loaded.
Can I take off from Le Bourget at night?
Le Bourget applies evening and night-time restrictions, with exemptions possible depending on the flight and aircraft type. A late departure or night arrival is planned in advance: our teams systematically check the feasibility of your slot.
What is the difference between Le Bourget and Roissy-CDG for a private jet?
Le Bourget is dedicated to business aviation: boarding in minutes, total discretion, private terminals with lounges. Roissy-CDG handles business aviation within the scheduled-airline flow, with much longer procedures and taxi times. For a private flight, Le Bourget is the natural choice.
How much does a private jet departing from Le Bourget cost?
As an indication, expect from about 9,000 euros for a London-Paris round trip on a light jet, and from about 4,000 euros per flight hour on a light jet for European routes. The exact price depends on the aircraft, dates, destination and availability.
