Private Jet Paris to New York: 2026 Prices, Le Bourget, Airports & Transatlantic Guide

May 16

6 min read

Updated: Jun 10

Paris to New York is one of the great transatlantic private jet routes — connecting two of the world's leading financial, cultural, and luxury capitals across nearly 5,800 kilometres of open ocean. Le Bourget, Europe's busiest private jet airport, sits minutes from central Paris and is purpose-built for exactly this kind of operation. This is the 2026 guide: which aircraft fly it nonstop, what the airports look like on both ends, what US entry requires, and what clients should budget.

Route Overview: Paris to New York by Private Jet

Paris (Le Bourget) to New York (Teterboro) is approximately 5,800 km (3,600 miles / 3,130 nautical miles). Westbound flight time (Paris to New York) is 8 to 8 hours 30 minutes nonstop against the jet stream; eastbound (New York to Paris) is 6 hours 30 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes with the jet stream. The sector sits at the upper limit for heavy jets and comfortably within range for ultra-long-range aircraft.

Paris Departure Airports for Private Jets

Two airports handle private jet departures from Paris:

Le Bourget (LFPB)

Le Bourget is Europe's busiest private jet airport and the default departure point for all transatlantic and long-haul private flights from Paris. Located 12 kilometres northeast of the city centre, it is entirely dedicated to business and private aviation — no commercial flights, no commercial terminal queues. Multiple FBOs operate on-site including Signature Flight Support and Jet Aviation, with full handling infrastructure for ultra-long-range aircraft. Transfer time to central Paris is 20–35 minutes.

Paris Orly (LFPO)

Orly handles some private jet operations and is closer to clients in the south of Paris. For transatlantic departures requiring maximum fuel and ultra-long-range aircraft, Le Bourget is the standard choice. Orly is more relevant for shorter European sectors.

New York Arrival Airports for Private Jets

Private jets arriving from Paris use one of three New York-area airports:

Teterboro (KTEB)

Teterboro is the standard arrival airport for Paris–New York private jet flights. Located in New Jersey, 20 kilometres from Midtown Manhattan, it hosts Signature Flight Support and Million Air FBOs with US Customs and Border Protection on-site. Ground transfer to Midtown takes 20–45 minutes. The default for most Paris–New York itineraries.

Westchester County / White Plains (KHPN)

Westchester, 50 kilometres north of Manhattan, is used for ultra-long-range jets requiring longer runway performance at near-maximum landing weight. Transfer to Midtown takes 45–60 minutes. A good option for clients staying in Connecticut or the Westchester area.

Stewart International (KSWF)

Stewart, 100 kilometres north of Manhattan, has the longest runway in the region (3,600 metres) and is used by certain aircraft operating at maximum gross weight. Occasionally the operational choice for specific aircraft/payload combinations — transfer to Manhattan is approximately 90 minutes.

Nonstop or Fuel Stop: What the Sector Requires

Paris to New York is at the upper end of range for most heavy jets. Whether a fuel stop is needed depends on aircraft type, payload, and wind conditions on the day:

Super-midsize jets (Citation Sovereign+, Challenger 300): range 5,500–6,500 km. One fuel stop required on the westbound sector — Paris to New York exceeds their practical nonstop range with full payload
Heavy jets (Challenger 604/605, Falcon 2000LXS, Gulfstream G450): range 7,500–8,500 km. Nonstop is possible with favourable conditions and moderate passenger load, but many operators schedule a precautionary tech stop at Shannon
Ultra-long-range jets (Gulfstream G550, G650/G650ER, Bombardier Global 6000/7500, Falcon 7X/8X): range 11,000–14,000 km. Guaranteed nonstop Paris to New York in both directions under all typical conditions

Common fuel stop airports on this routing:

Shannon (EINN), Ireland — standard westbound tech stop, approximately 2 hours from Le Bourget
Reykjavik (BIKF), Iceland — Northern Atlantic routing option for certain aircraft or wind conditions
Gander (CYQX), Newfoundland — mid-Atlantic stop occasionally used inbound to the US east coast

Aircraft Options for Paris to New York

Super-midsize jet (Citation Sovereign+, Challenger 300): 8–9 passengers, 1 fuel stop required, stand-up cabin, most accessible price point for the crossing
Heavy jet (Challenger 604/605, Falcon 2000, Gulfstream G450): 10–14 passengers, nonstop possible in good conditions, flat-bed seating on many configurations, dedicated galley for the 8-hour crossing
Ultra-long-range jet (Gulfstream G550/G650, Global 6000/7500, Falcon 7X/8X): 12–19 passengers, guaranteed nonstop, full stand-up cabin, flat beds, shower on largest types — the right choice for comfort on an 8-hour sector

Private Jet Paris to New York: 2026 Price Guide

Super-midsize jet (with fuel stop): €80,000–€120,000 one way
Heavy jet: €110,000–€170,000 one way
Ultra-long-range jet (nonstop): €150,000–€255,000 one way

Prices include crew, landing fees, handling, and standard catering. Le Bourget handling fees are among the highest in Europe for large aircraft. Aircraft positioning — ferrying the jet to Paris for departure — may add 30–50% if no repositioning leg is available. Return legs (New York to Paris) can often be sourced at a discount when the aircraft is positioning back to Europe.

US Entry and Customs for French Passengers

All passengers arriving in the US by private jet must clear US Customs and Border Protection (CBP):

ESTA required: French and EU citizens entering for tourism or business (up to 90 days) require an approved ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program. Apply at esta.cbp.dhs.gov at least 72 hours before departure
eAPIS submission: passenger and crew manifests must be filed electronically before departure via US CBP eAPIS. Jetvice handles this as standard for all transatlantic bookings
CBP on arrival at Teterboro: officers are on-site. Inspection typically takes 20–40 minutes. Passports, customs declarations, and agricultural items must be declared
No preclearance at Le Bourget: all US customs is processed on arrival in the US — there is no preclearance facility at French private terminals

Empty Leg Flights: Paris to New York

Transatlantic empty legs on the Paris–New York corridor do appear, typically as positioning flights after one-way charters. Fixed dates and aircraft, with discounts of €40,000–€85,000 on ultra-long-range jets versus standard charter pricing. Le Bourget generates a high volume of one-way transatlantic movements, making this one of the more active corridors for empty leg availability. Contact Jetvice to be added to our notification list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you fly nonstop from Paris to New York by private jet?

Yes — in a heavy or ultra-long-range jet. Gulfstream G550, G650/G650ER, Bombardier Global 6000/7500, Falcon 7X, and Falcon 8X fly Paris to New York nonstop comfortably. Heavy jets (Challenger 604/605, Gulfstream G450) can do it nonstop in favourable wind conditions with moderate payload. Super-midsize jets require a fuel stop, typically at Shannon, Ireland.

How much does a private jet from Paris to New York cost in 2026?

A one-way private jet from Paris to New York costs approximately €80,000–€120,000 for a super-midsize with fuel stop, €110,000–€170,000 for a heavy jet, and €150,000–€255,000 for an ultra-long-range nonstop. Prices vary with aircraft availability, direction, season, and positioning requirements from Le Bourget.

How long is the flight from Paris to New York by private jet?

Westbound (Paris to New York) takes 8 to 8 hours 30 minutes nonstop in an ultra-long-range jet. Eastbound (New York to Paris) takes 6 hours 30 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes with the jet stream. A fuel stop at Shannon adds approximately 1 to 1.5 hours to total journey time.

Which Paris airport do private jets use for New York?

Le Bourget (LFPB) is the standard departure airport for private jets from Paris — it is entirely dedicated to business aviation, handles all aircraft types including the largest ultra-long-range jets, and has multiple FBOs on-site. It is located 12 kilometres from central Paris with a transfer time of 20–35 minutes.

Is Paris to New York a common private jet route?

Yes — Paris to New York is one of the busiest transatlantic private jet routes globally. Le Bourget is Europe's highest-volume private jet airport, and New York (Teterboro) is the equivalent on the US side. The route is driven by fashion, luxury, finance, and art market travel, with peaks around fashion weeks (February and September/October in both cities), art fairs, and the summer holiday season.

Get a Quote for Paris to New York

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