Private jet from Paris to Nice
Flight time around 1h 20m, indicative one-way price €8k–13k for a light jet, and the airports and aircraft that suit the trip.
About this route
Paris to Nice links the capital with the Côte d'Azur, flown for business, villa holidays and the Riviera's big events. A light jet makes it in under an hour and a half, and smaller jets can land at Cannes-Mandelieu, closer to Cannes.
Airports
Departing Paris
- Paris-Le Bourget (LBG), Europe's busiest business-aviation airport, north of the city
- Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG), occasionally used for private flights
Arriving Nice
- Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE), the main airport for the Riviera, with a business-aviation area and helicopter links to Monaco
- Cannes-Mandelieu (CEQ), the closest airport to Cannes, for light and midsize jets only
- Saint-Tropez La Môle (LTT), a short runway near Saint-Tropez, for smaller aircraft
Which aircraft to choose
| Aircraft | Seats | Why choose it | One way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light jet | 6–7 | The usual choice for up to six passengers with normal luggage. Phenom 300, Citation CJ3. | €8k–13k |
| Midsize jet | 7–9 | More legroom and luggage space, and a near stand-up cabin. Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP. | Quoted on request |
| Super midsize | 8–10 | Stand-up cabin, more baggage room and coast-to-coast range. Challenger 350, Praetor 600. | Quoted on request |
Prices are indicative estimates for the whole aircraft, not per seat. How charter prices work.
When to fly and what affects the price
- May is the busiest month, with the Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix close together.
- July and August bring peak summer demand for villas, yachts and Saint-Tropez.
- Cannes Lions in June and trade events in Monaco keep business demand high outside the holidays.
- Whether an aircraft is already near Paris or has to fly in first (positioning).
- Airport, handling and parking fees, crew costs and taxes, all listed in your quote.
Save with empty legs
An empty leg is a flight an operator has to fly anyway to reposition an aircraft. If one matches your route and dates, you can fly for much less than a full charter. Mention in your request that your dates are flexible and we'll look for one.
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Questions about this route
How long is a private jet flight from Paris to Nice?
About 1 hour 20 minutes on a light jet, depending on winds and the airports used. The straight-line distance is ~690 km (430 mi).
How much does a private jet from Paris to Nice cost?
A light jet is an indicative €8,000–13,000 one way for the whole aircraft, including an allowance for positioning, fees and taxes. Larger jets cost more. Your exact price depends on dates, aircraft and positioning.
Which airports are best for private flights?
Paris-Le Bourget (LBG) is the usual choice in Paris. Nice (NCE) is the main Riviera airport, Cannes-Mandelieu (CEQ) suits light and midsize jets, and La Môle (LTT) is closest to Saint-Tropez.