Private Jet Flights From Paris to Athens
Paris to Athens
Route Briefing
IATA:
LBG
IATA:
ATH
Block Time
3h 00m
Region
Europe
Distance
1090
NM
Charter From
Paris Le Bourget Airport
Private flights between Paris and Athens typically take around 3 hours, linking Paris’s major business aviation airports with Athens International Airport. A popular route for direct access to the Greek capital, the Athenian Riviera and onward connections to the Greek islands.
Departure Airports
Arrival Airports
Beauvais Tillé Airport
Melun Villaroche Aerodrome
Paris Châlons Vatry Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport
Paris Issy-les-Moulineaux Heliport
Paris Le Bourget Airport
Paris Orly Airport
Paris Pontoise Cormeilles Airport
Beauvais Tillé Airport
IATA:
BVA
ICAO:
LFOB
49.4545 N
2.1115 E
Paris Beauvais–Tillé Airport, often referred to simply as Paris Beauvais, is located approximately 85 kilometres north of central Paris in the Oise department of northern France. While the airport is best known as a base for low cost airlines serving the French capital, it also forms part of the wider aviation infrastructure supporting the Paris region’s air traffic network.
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Handling Information
Aéroport Paris-Beauvais – Aircraft Handling
Route de l’Aéroport, 60000 Tillé, France
Runway Length
7,900 ft
On-Site Café
Available
Operating Hours
Upon Request
Ground Transfers
Available
Frequently Asked Questions
The BLAK team answers the most common questions and covers the essentials for those thinking about flying to and from Athens.
Do strong Aegean winds affect private jet flights to the Greek islands?
During the summer months the Aegean Sea is influenced by the Meltemi, a seasonal northerly wind that can be strong across parts of the Cyclades. While modern business jets operate safely in these conditions, the winds can occasionally affect scheduling at smaller island airports where runway orientation and terrain play a role. For this reason many private jet travellers route through Athens International Airport before continuing to islands such as Mykonos, Paros or Santorini. Athens offers larger runways, more consistent operating conditions and greater flexibility for flight planning across the Greek islands during periods of strong Aegean winds.
Can long-range private jets fly directly to the Greek islands or do they need to land in Athens first?
Many long-range private jets arrive in Athens before continuing to the Greek islands. While airports such as Mykonos and Santorini can accommodate a range of business aircraft, their runway length, parking capacity and summer traffic levels often make Athens International Airport the more practical first arrival point for intercontinental flights. Aircraft arriving from destinations such as New York, Dubai or Singapore frequently land in Athens for customs clearance and operational planning before continuing onward to island airports across the Cyclades. For this reason Athens remains the primary aviation gateway for private jet travel throughout Greece.
How busy does Athens become for private jets during the summer season?
Private aviation traffic at Athens International Airport increases significantly between June and September when demand for travel to the Greek islands peaks. Athens often acts as the entry point for travellers continuing to island destinations, yacht charters departing from Piraeus and coastal resorts along the Athens Riviera. During peak summer weekends, slot demand and aircraft parking availability can become tighter, so advance planning for private flights is recommended.
Are slots required for private jets at Athens International Airport?
Athens International Airport is a coordinated airport, which means slot coordination is required for both arrivals and departures. During the summer season, when private jet traffic to the Greek islands increases significantly, demand for slots and aircraft parking can be higher than usual. Advance planning is therefore recommended for private flights operating to and from Athens, particularly during peak travel periods.