Château de Versailles: helicopter experience

Château de Versailles: introduction

Treat yourself to a majestic interlude just a 30-minute flight from the capital. From our private terminal at the Paris heliport, take to the skies over the Château de Versailles, the Basilique Saint-Denis, the Stade de France and Roland-Garros. As you approach, the French gardens, the symmetry of the basins and the elegance of the UNESCO-listed château are revealed in all their splendour. Once you’ve landed at theSaint-Cyr-l’École airfield, just a stone’s throw from the royal estate, the day begins, with every detail considered.

Practical information about the helicopter experience in Versailles

• Outbound flight time: 30 minutes from Paris
• Return flight time: 15 minutes to Paris
• Departures: Paris heliport (Issy-les-Moulineaux)
• Landing: Saint-Cyr-l’École aerodrome
• Number of passengers: up to 6
• Cruising speed: 237 km/h
• On board: Drinks, champagne, sweet and savory treats
• Supervision: Personalized accompaniment, driver and VIP vehicle
• Flexibility: Full-day or half-day on request
• Timing example:
  • 09:00: Take-off from Paris heliport
  • 09:30: Landing at Saint-Cyr-l’École
  • 16:30 : Return take-off
  • 16:45 : Arrival in Paris

Paris Heliport – Issy-les-Moulineaux (LFPI / JDP)

• Official name: Héliport de Paris – Issy-les-Moulineaux – Valérie-André

• Codes: IATA: JDP / ICAO: LFPI

• GPS coordinates: 48°49′59″N / 2°16′23″E

• Altitude: 34 m (112 ft)

• Runway: 06/24 – 350 m × 50 m – grass surface

• Manager: Groupe ADP (Paris Aéroport)

• Address: 4 avenue de la Porte de Sèvres, 75015 Paris

• Access: Tram T2 (Suzanne Lenglen), metro line 8 (Balard), south ring road

• Services:

  • Private, medical, institutional and military flights

  • Civil Security base (Dragon 75)

  • VIP lounge with refreshments and Wi-Fi

Saint-Cyr-l’École aerodrome (LFPZ / XZB)

• Official name: Aérodrome de Saint-Cyr-l’École

• Codes: IATA: XZB / ICAO: LFPZ

• GPS coordinates: 48°48′37″N / 2°04′24″E

• Altitude: 113 m (371 ft)

• Surface area: 75 hectares

• Runways:

  • 11L/29R – 890 m – grass

  • 11R/29L – 865 m – grass

• Manager: ADP Group

• Address: Route de Bailly, 78210 Saint-Cyr-l’École

• Location: 4 km northwest of Versailles, 21 km from Paris

• Activities:

  • Private and leisure flights

  • Flight training (VFR only)

  • Home to numerous flying clubs (ACBB, Les Alcyons, SGAC, etc.)

• Special feature: Immediate proximity to the Château de Versailles park, ideal for VIP transfers.

Recommendations for your helicopter experience at the Château de Versailles

To prolong the royal experience well beyond the flight, here are two exceptional addresses located directly within the grounds of the Versailles estate, carefully selected for their setting, service and uniqueness.

TheHotel Le Grand Contrôle – Airelles Château de Versailles is unrivalled: set directly within the royal grounds, it offers total immersion in the world of the Court. The rooms, decorated in 18th-century style, overlook the château’s gardens. Service is on a par with the place, with a personal butler, private access to the royal apartments and exclusive experiences on the estate. An exceptional choice for those wishing to extend their visit in a confidential, historic setting.

On the gastronomic front, the Ore – Ducasse restaurant at the Château de Versailles, housed in the Pavillon Dufour, pays tribute to courtly cuisine with the contemporary touch of chef Alain Ducasse. The menu combines classic refinement with modern precision. The service is fluid, the room bright, and the view of the royal courtyard adds a theatrical dimension to the whole. Ideal for an elegant lunch in the heart of the château, or a dinner at dusk, in an ambience both sober and solemn.

Book your flight at Château de Versailles: helicopter experience with AEROAFFAIRES

Ready to experience Versailles differently? With AEROAFFAIRES, turn a simple visit into an exceptional aerial experience. Fly over Paris, let the gardens of the château appear before your eyes, and land just a stone’s throw from the royal estate. Private flight, VIP welcome, gourmet lunch, exclusive access: we’ve thought of everything to make your day special. Our team is with you every step of the way, from booking to your return to Paris. Contact us to create your customized experience at the Château de Versailles – between sky and splendor.