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Rent a private jet and helicopter in France: Paris, Nice, Cannes, Mulhouse, Courchevel
Would you like to travel by private jet in France? AEROAFFAIRES offers a top-of-the-range service for passengers traveling by private jet, turboprop and large-capacity private aircraft. France is a leading destination for business leaders, which is why French airports meet all the requirements of business aviation. From privileged transfers to VIP lounges, enjoy a tailor-made flight.
Business aviation in France
Business aviation generates more than $20 billion every year. Europe recorded over 800,000 jet flights in 2019. But where does France fit into this industry?
According to data provided by the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), for several years now, France has been the European country recording the highest number of private jet movements (over 120,000), ahead of Germany and the UK. Modern airport infrastructures and the responsiveness of brokers mean that France is a pioneer in the European business aviation market.
Travel by private jet to discover France differently
Businesses, individuals or travel agencies, discover France in a different way thanks to business aviation.
The French capital, Europe’s most popular city for business jets, has a lot to offer. Luxury boutiques, art galleries, museums and historic monuments make Paris the showcase of Europe. But there are other cities with their own charms that allow you to discover France through culture and tradition, such as Saint-Tropez, Biarritz and Deauville.
AEROAFFAIRES offers a wide range of gastronomic experiences. France is the country with the highest number of 3-star restaurants in the world. We can organize your gourmet getaway by private jet for a business lunch. Visits to vineyards in the Burgundy and Bordeaux regions offer a privileged experience to share with your best customers or partners.
High-class destinations such as luxury hotels on the Côte d’Azur, the Basque coast or the Normandy coast offer exceptional vacations. These destinations also offer numerous professional gatherings with key market players. Travelling by private jet ensures a fast, relaxing trip, allowing you to make the most of your stay.
Last but not least, France boasts some of the most attractive ski areas in Europe. Travelling to Courchevel or Megève by private jet is the quickest and most reliable way to ensure a prestigious winter vacation.
Top 5 airports for business aviation in France
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Paris-Le Bourget airport, 100% dedicated to business aviation
Paris-Le Bour get airport is unique in Europe. It is the only airport catering exclusively to private aircraft. From turboprops to regional aircraft for group flights, all types of private aircraft are available. The way Le Bourget operates makes it Europe’s busiest airport for business aviation. Open 24 hours a day, it handles more than 180,000 passengers a year. With over 53,000 movements in 2019, it will serve the French capital, Europe’s most important business center. To cater to a very specific clientele, unique services are offered at Le Bourget airport: you can enjoy dishes concocted by Michelin-starred chefs. You can privatize conference rooms or relax on your own in a secluded room. And there are two luxury hotels within easy reach of the airport.
2. Nice airport by private jet
Whether vacationers or business travelers, Nice airport is France’s second most popular airport for private jets. The French Riviera and business centers like Sophia Antipolis attract millions of people every year. Nice airport also offers a dedicated business terminal with two FBOs (AVIA PARTNER and SKYVALET) offering passengers greater discretion and anonymity. From Nice airport, you can hire a helicopter to fly to Monaco for the Formula 1 Grand Prix, or to Cannes for its film festival. Nice airport is a 7-minute drive from the city center. And only 15 minutes by helicopter from Monaco and Cannes.
3. Charter a private plane to Cannes
Cannes is a popular destination for Europe’s rich and famous. The airport attracts an international clientele and becomes a major player in business aviation between May and September. The Côte d’Azur’s major events take place in Cannes and bring together luxury travelers, making Cannes-Mandelieu airport the 3ᵉ business airport with the most movements. Private terminals allow you to relax in complete discretion before takeoff. It is also possible to accompany you by car to the aircraft door for total anonymity.
4. Book your flight to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg airport
Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg Euroairport is located on the border between France, Switzerland and Germany. Private jet flights reach 20 movements per day. Peaks occur during major events in Switzerland or Germany, such as ArtBasel or BaselWorld. At these times, the airport can reach 130 private aircraft movements per day.
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5. Rent a turboprop for Courchevel
The Courchevel altiport is very popular with private jets. During the winter months, turboprops follow one another, transporting Europe’s great fortunes to the foot of the palaces. Courchevel airport is very specific. As the runway is short and sloping, only 2 aircraft are authorized to land for public passenger transport: the Vulcanair Aviator TP 600 and the Vulcanair P68. So you can land directly in Courchevel by turboprop, or land in Chambéry by private jet and then be transferred by helicopter to the foot of your residence.
Paris Chambery and helicopter transfer
Helicopter transfers in France with AEROAFFAIRES
AEROAFFAIRES organizes your helicopter transfers to quickly reach Alpine resorts or Côte d’Azur destinations. These routes will save you several hours on your travel time, while offering a personalized VIP service.
Charter a private jet or helicopter in France with AEROAFFAIRES, our aviation experts answer all your requests 24/7 on +33 (0) 1 44 09 91 82
Practical information about renting a private jet or helicopter in France
Private jet rental in France: private airports
Find all the airports and cities in France where you can rent a private jet, private plane or air cab:
AEROAFFAIRES offers a top-of-the-range service for business travelers in France’s airports. Transfer to and from the airport, baggage loading, customized catering, chauffeur-driven car: VIP lounges and private terminals offer comfortable waiting before continuing your journey. With group flights, travel agencies and individuals can travel to the city of their choice.
Airports in France for private flights:
A wide range of private jets and business aircraft are available to business travelers in France. Indeed, France is reputed to be at the forefront of custom aviation in Europe. France is Europe’s leading country for private aviation. On the most popular route, Paris Le-Bourgetto Geneva, passengers can choose their schedules and gain in flexibility. Reaching the beaches of the Côte d’Azur(Cannes, Nice, St Tropez or Toulon) or the ski resorts of Switzerland(Samedan St Moritz), France(Courchevel, Megève) or Austria(Innsbruck) has never been so quick and easy.
Travelling by private jet in France allows passengers to relax in private lounges and business terminals. From check-in to security checks and baggage handling, our exclusive service allows passengers to arrive 10 minutes before take-off, and a restaurant service is available to passengers. We can provide you with a private chauffeur or cab service, as well as helicopter transfers to get you easily to your hotel or business meeting. There are over 300 airports in France accessible by private aircraft, where we offer private jet and commercial aircraft rental services.
- Paris Le Bourget airport can be chartered for group flights (up to 40 people). VIP lounges and customized menus are available. Those taking private flights in France will have access to exclusive VIP services to save time and avoid long waiting times. Many travelers prefer Paris-Le Bourget airport, which is entirely dedicated to business aviation. Open 24 hours a day, it handles over 3 million passengers and 55,000 private aircraft movements a year, making it Europe’s leading airport for private jets.
- Nice airport also offers a dedicated business terminal with two FBOs (AVIA PARTNER and SKYVALET). Helicopters can be hired to fly to Monaco for the Formula 1 Grand Prix, the Cannes Film Festival or for business meetings. Nice airport is only 7 minutes away by car, and from May to September, demand for private jet rentals rises sharply in the region.
- Cannes airport is a popular place to fly to in France, for both business and leisure travelers. The French Riviera and business centers like Sophia Antipolis attract millions of people every year. A private terminal makes it easy for passengers to get on and off the plane.
- Bordeaux-Mérignac airport is one of the busiest for private jets in France. With a VIP lounge and helipad, it offers every comfort to passengers from all over the world who want to discover the vineyards and their great wines. Located 10km from the city center, the airport makes it easy for travelers to get to their business appointments.
- Chambéry airport is the busiest in the region, thanks to its long runway, and is open 24 hours a day.
- Courchevel has its own altiport, limiting access to turboprops and helicopters.
Grenoble andAnnecy airports are the next most popular in winter, as they are less subject to weather conditions. This is a good compromise during the high season, when slots at Chambéry or Geneva are fully booked.
Finally, ski aficionados from French resorts can choose Swiss airports, such as Geneva, Samedan, Gstaad, Berne or Sion, located on the other side of the border and offering helicopter transfers.
Flights chartered by AEROAFFAIRES on private jets, turboprops, high-capacity aircraft and helicopters can take advantage of the following airports (non-exhaustive list).
Airports served by AEROAFFAIRES in France:
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Location and private jet access to the main French airports
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Paris-Le Bourget (IATA: LBG, ICAO: LFPB)
Located around 11 km northeast of central Paris, Paris-Le Bourget is the main business aviation airport in France and Europe. It boasts three runways suitable for all types of private jets, as well as top-of-the-range facilities (FBO). Accessible in around 25 minutes from the city center, it offers a shuttle service to Roissy and will soon benefit from a dedicated metro station (Grand Paris Express). -
Toussus-le-Noble (IATA: TNF, ICAO: LFPN)
Located in the Yvelines region, 20 km southwest of Paris, Toussus-le-Noble is an ideal airport for light and private aviation. It is appreciated for its peaceful setting and rapid access from Versailles, about 30 minutes by car from Paris. -
Nice Côte d’Azur (IATA: NCE, ICAO: LFMN)
Located 7 km from Nice city center, the southeast’s main airport welcomes many private jets, especially in summer. It offers VIP terminals and business lounges, with rapid access to the city center and tourist destinations of the Côte d’Azur. Proximity to Cannes and Monaco airports facilitates helicopter transfers. -
Cannes-Mandelieu (IATA: CEQ, ICAO: LFMD)
5 km from Cannes, this site specializes in luxury business aviation on the Côte d’Azur, with dedicated infrastructures and privileged access to prestigious regional events. -
Lyon-Saint Exupéry (IATA: LYS, ICAO: LFLL)
Located 25 km east of Lyon, this airport at the heart of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region serves both commercial and private aviation, with facilities adapted for jets, and is only half an hour from the city center. -
Bordeaux-Mérignac (IATA: BOD, ICAO: LFBD)
Located 10 km west of the center of Bordeaux, this airport is a major hub for private aviation in the southwest. It offers VIP lounges and a business terminal, providing easy access to Bordeaux’s vineyards and local businesses.
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Recommandations
Here are recommendations for luxury hotels and prestigious restaurants in France, ideal for private jet travelers seeking comfort and excellence:
Luxury hotels in France
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Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Paris
Located on Avenue Montaigne, this legendary palace embodies Parisian chic, with elegant suites, a high-end spa and several Michelin-starred restaurants, including Alain Ducasse at the Plaza Athénée. -
Le Meurice, Paris
A historic palace close to the Louvre, it offers sumptuous decor, impeccable service and Michelin-starred cuisine by Alain Ducasse, perfect for business or romantic stays. -
Cheval Blanc Courchevel
Located in the Alps, this luxurious mountain resort combines skiing and relaxation, with sumptuous suites, an exclusive spa and Michelin-starred cuisine, ideal for a winter getaway. -
Château de la Chèvre d’Or, Eze
Perched on the Côte d’Azur, this château-hotel blends medieval charm and modern comfort, with spectacular views over the Mediterranean and a Michelin-starred gourmet restaurant. -
Villa René Lalique, Wingen-sur-Moder
An exceptional retreat in Alsace, offering contemporary architecture, Zen gardens and a double Michelin-starred restaurant, perfect harmony between nature and luxury.
Gastronomic restaurants not to be missed
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Le Bernardin, Paris
Famous for its seafood and culinary creativity, this three-star restaurant offers a refined setting in the heart of Paris. -
L’Arpège, Paris
Michelin-starred chef Alain Passard sublimates garden vegetables into inventive, delicate cuisine. -
Mirazur, Menton
Three Michelin stars for this seaside restaurant, with innovative Mediterranean cuisine orchestrated by Mauro Colagreco. -
La Côte Saint-Jacques, Joigny
A family-run Michelin-starred establishment renowned for its traditional Burgundian dishes. -
Epicure, Paris
In the Hôtel Le Bristol, this three-star restaurant offers an exceptional gastronomic experience in elegant surroundings.
These prestigious addresses for accommodation and dining are the perfect complement to a private jet trip in France, offering comfort, top-level gastronomy and made-to-measure services.
Book your private jet or helicopter flight in France with AEROAFFAIRES
Ready to enjoy the unique experience of a private jet with a trusted French company? With AEROAFFAIRES, it’s easy to book your private flight to or from France and benefit from a customized service, perfectly tailored to your needs. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, our experts are with you 24 hours a day to offer you the best aircraft options, handle all the administrative formalities and organize every detail of your trip.
Since 1991, AEROAFFAIRES has embodied the excellence of French know-how in business aviation. Born in France, this family-run company has become, over the decades, a key player in the European private jet market. With over 30 years’ experience, it has successfully completed more than 30,000 flights, carrying almost 100,000 passengers worldwide.
Its expertise is based on a solid network of air operators, dedicated expert teams and an unwavering commitment to safety, quality and confidentiality. Rooted in the French tradition of rigor and innovation, AEROAFFAIRES continues to offer tailor-made solutions that are the pride of “made in France” business aviation.
Each flight is the culmination of meticulous attention to detail, where personalized service, responsiveness and fluidity of movement combine to offer a unique experience to our most demanding customers.
Don’t waste any more time in queues, travel in complete confidentiality and comfort, with the flexibility that only private aviation can offer. Contact our dedicated French team today and get a personalized quote in less than 2 hours.
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Taxe de Solidarité sur les Billets d'Avion (TSBA) in France explained by AEROAFFAIRES
As of March 1, 2025, the Taxe de Solidarité sur les Billets d’Avion (TSBA) in France has undergone a significant increase, and now applies to all passengers departing from French territory, having a major impact on the business aviation sector, particularly charterers of private jets and commercial aircraft.
This tax, initially created in 2006 to finance international solidarity projects, has seen its amounts significantly increased according to travel class, aircraft type and distance traveled.
Here is a summary of the main new rates:
| Type of flight | Turboprop (€/passenger) | Private jet (€/passenger) |
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| Intra-European flight (e.g. Switzerland, UK) | 210 € | 420 € |
| Intermediate destination (2,000 to 5,500 km) | 675 € | 1 015 € |
| Long-haul (> 5,500 km) | 1 025 € | 2 100 € |
For flights in economy class, the tax is €7.40 for European destinations, €15 for intermediate destinations and up to €40 for long-haul flights, while in business class it can reach €30, €80 and €120 respectively.
Certain exemptions exist, notably for flights to Corsica and overseas territories.
This increase is intended to reinforce the ecological taxation of air transport and to finance solidarity, but it represents a significant additional cost for private aviation, where the tax can amount to several thousand euros per passenger for long-haul routes.
This measure is therefore a key element to be integrated into the budgeting of business flights and private jets departing from France as of March 2025.
Why rent a private jet in France with AEROAFFAIRES?
The advantages of chartering a private aircraft
The advantages are manifold. Renting a private jet gives you great flexibility, optimum comfort, confidentiality and time savings.
France invests heavily in passenger comfort, which is why its avant-garde reputation is justified. A wide range of private jets is available for rental, with over 7,500 aircraft to choose from. These private jets are all equipped with state-of-the-art technology and hi-tech tools to ensure a worry-free trip.
Travelers using business aviation in France benefit from a tailor-made service. Thanks to the large number of aircraft available for rental throughout France, you can get a flight to the destination of your choice and take off in a matter of hours. French airports welcome all types of private jets, ensuring maximum availability. There are over 300 airports in France accessible by private jet. You can easily reach any region of France, and all routes are feasible. 75% of the journeys made by private jets cannot be made by airliner. This saves you hours of flying time, eliminates stopovers, avoids delays on commercial airlines and gives you the benefit of privileged baggage check-in and security control. You can arrive at the airport just 10 minutes before takeoff, with only a few meters between the terminal and the passenger cabin. Travelling by private jet in France eliminates waiting time and gives you access to specific destinations.
France’s infrastructure ensures exclusive service. Business jet passengers can relax in private terminals and VIP lounges. French airports do their utmost to ensure that your wait is as short and comfortable as possible. Sleek design, private rooms, a wide choice of beverages, a catering service and a team of hostesses escort you to take-off. AEROAFFAIRES also organizes your transfer before and after your flight. We can provide valet parking or a helicopter to accompany you to your final destination.
What’s more, all French airlines are required to obtain an air operator’s certificate. This approval ensures regular aircraft maintenance and experienced pilots with all the qualifications required to take off. Private jet brokers like AEROAFFAIRES only offer flights that comply with the AOC. This gives us a sense of responsibility, and guarantees you a worry-free flight.
