Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 22m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$9,500 – US$13,500
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Fly private between Paris and Nice from US$9,500 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
We fly Paris (CDG) ⇄ Nice (NCE) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Paris and Nice is about 694 km (431 miles), or 375 nautical miles.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$26,000 for a one-way charter between Paris and Nice, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 22m | 1h 14m – 1h 30m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 17m | 1h 09m – 1h 25m | US$13,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 22m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 20m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 18m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 17m | US$13,000 – US$18,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 15m | US$14,500 – US$20,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 12m | US$15,500 – US$21,500 | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Paris–Nice, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Paris, France: Charles de Gaulle International Airport, Paris-Le Bourget International Airport, Paris-Orly Airport, Pontoise-Cormeilles Aerodrome, Melun-Villaroche Airfield and Coulommiers-Voisins Aerodrome.
Nice, France: Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport and Cannes Mandelieu Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sat, most often around 10:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Mon is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Nice | 243 | 72 min | 58 min | Bombardier Challenger 350 (27), Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (23), Bombardier Challenger (19), Embraer Phenom 300 (16) |
| Nice → Paris | 556 | 73 min | — | Bombardier Challenger 350 (60), Cessna Citation XLS (59), Bombardier Challenger (44), Embraer Phenom 300 (44) |
799 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Charles de Gaulle International Airport | Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LFPG / CDG | LFMN / NCE |
| Longest hard runway | 13,829 ft | 9,721 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 392 ft | 12 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Paris-Le Bourget International Airport (9,843 ft, 10 km) · Paris-Orly Airport (11,975 ft, 34 km) · Pontoise-Cormeilles Aerodrome (5,541 ft, 39 km) · Melun-Villaroche Airfield (6,480 ft, 46 km) · Cannes Mandelieu Airport (5,052 ft, 24 km) · Fayence-Tourrettes Airfield · Valberg Altisurface · Juan-les-Pins Ultralight Seaplane Base
The 1h 22m airborne is uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Guide pricing on Paris–Nice is published clearly: US$9,500 – US$26,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
The Paris to Nice route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$9,500 – US$26,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 22m in the air over 694 km (431 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Paris–Nice charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.