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Jet privé Biarritz - Madrid
Your flight Biarritz - Madrid
The private jet route Biarritz – Madrid connects the capital of the French Basque Country to the Spanish metropolis in 1h15 to 1h30 of direct flight over 515 km. This route is particularly popular with Basque entrepreneurs (food industry, tourism, golf) travelling to meetings in Madrid, as well as Madrid residents returning after a summer stay in Biarritz. LunaJets offers fares from 5,200 € for a one-way flight on a light jet on this route.
flight_takeoffBook a flightDeparting from Biarritz Pays Basque (BIQ), business aviation benefits from a dedicated zone with handling services provided on site. The airport is 4 km from Biarritz town centre and 8 km from Saint-Jean-de-Luz. The 2,700 m runway accommodates all light and mid-size jets without restriction. At Madrid-Barajas (MAD), the T4S terminal dedicated to general aviation offers a VIP lounge, concierge service, and transfers to the city centre in under 30 minutes.
Light jets (Phenom 300E, Citation CJ4) are the most suitable aircraft for this 515 km route. Empty legs towards Madrid are frequent, particularly in July and August when aircraft return to their bases after dropping off clients on the Basque coast. These empty legs offer savings of 30 to 50%.
Practical Information
- Distance: ~515 km
- Flight time: 1h15 to 1h30
- Departure airport: BIQ – Biarritz Pays Basque (business aviation zone)
- Arrival airport: MAD – Madrid-Barajas, terminal T4S
- Estimated price: 4,900 € to 7,500 €
- Recommended aircraft: Phenom 300E, Citation CJ4
- Empty legs: Frequent in summer towards Madrid, −30 to −50%
- Formalities: Intra-Schengen flight — valid national ID card sufficient
Estimated flight time
1h15 – 1h30
Direct non-stop flight
Passenger capacity
4 – 9 passengers
Depending on aircraft type
Operator comparison
| Operator | Availability | Reviews | Starting price |
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| PrivateJetFinder | signal_cellular_4_bar Very high (Marketplace) | star 4.3/5 |
4 900 €
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| LunaJets | signal_cellular_3_bar High (Marketplace) | star 4.6/5 |
5 200 €
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| PrivateFly (FXAIR) | signal_cellular_4_bar Very high (Marketplace) | star 4.6/5 |
5 400 €
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| AeroAffaires | signal_cellular_4_bar Very high (Broker) | star 4.9/5 |
5 700 €
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| Air Partner | signal_cellular_3_bar High (Broker) | star 4.5/5 |
5 900 €
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4 900 €
PrivateJetFinder
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5 200 €
LunaJets
star 4.6/5signal_cellular_3_bar High · Marketplace Book arrow_forward -
5 400 €
PrivateFly (FXAIR)
star 4.6/5signal_cellular_4_bar Very high · Marketplace Book arrow_forward -
5 700 €
AeroAffaires
star 4.9/5signal_cellular_4_bar Very high · Broker Book arrow_forward -
5 900 €
Air Partner
star 4.5/5signal_cellular_3_bar High · Broker Book arrow_forward
Average price per aircraft model
Phenom 300E
The Phenom 300E for 4 passengers: the most economical and fastest option to reach Madrid from Biarritz in 1h25.
Passengers
Up to 9
Duration
1h25
Speed
Mach 0.78
Estimated price
5 500 €
Cessna Citation CJ4
For 6 passengers with surf or golf equipment, the Citation CJ4 offers the most generous hold in its category.
Passengers
Up to 9
Duration
1h15
Speed
Mach 0.74
Estimated price
7 000 €
Route Biarritz – Madrid
Airports available in Biarritz
Biarritz Pays Basque (BIQ)
Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque. Terminal affaires apprécié pour les séjours golf et surf.
Airports available in Madrid
Madrid Torrejón (TOJ)
Madrid Torrejón, base aérienne militaire utilisée pour l'aviation privée.
Madrid-Barajas (MAD)
Madrid-Barajas, plus longue piste de la péninsule ibérique.
All your questions about the flight Biarritz – Madrid
The cost of a private jet from Biarritz to Madrid ranges between <strong>4,900 €</strong> and <strong>7,500 €</strong> one way. The Phenom 300E for 4 passengers costs around 5,500 €, and the Citation CJ4 for 6 passengers around 7,000 €. Empty legs, which are frequent in summer on this route, can sometimes bring the price down to 2,500 to 3,500 €. Outside of peak season, fares are stable and availability is generally very good with less than 48 hours' notice.
The direct flight from Biarritz to Madrid takes between <strong>1h15 and 1h30</strong>. The Phenom 300E completes the journey in 1h25, the Citation CJ4 in 1h15. The aerial distance is 515 km. With no connections and only 15 minutes of procedures at BIQ, the door-to-door journey is around 2 hours, compared to 5h30 by car or over 5 hours by train (with a change). For early morning meetings in Madrid, departing Biarritz at 07:00 allows arrival in central Madrid by 09:15.
<strong>Biarritz Pays Basque (BIQ)</strong> is a modest yet perfectly equipped airport for business aviation. Its main 2,700 m runway is compatible with light jets (Phenom, CJ4, Citation Mustang) and mid-size jets (XLS+). The airport is open from 07:00 to 23:00 with extensions available on request. Private handling is provided by local operators. There is no international-standard FBO (no showers or luxury lounge), but procedures are swift and access is straightforward. Biarritz town centre is a 4 km walk or 8 minutes by taxi.
<strong>Light jets</strong> are the most suitable for 515 km. The <strong>Phenom 300E</strong> is the top choice for value for money for 4 passengers with standard luggage. The <strong>Citation CJ4</strong> is preferable for 5–6 passengers or groups travelling with sports equipment (surfboards, golf bags — BIQ is close to the Biarritz Golf Club). Mid-size jets are available but offer little added value over this distance. Check hold restrictions if you are travelling with bulky equipment.
Yes, availability within <strong>4 to 8 hours</strong> is common on this route. Operators such as LunaJets and AeroAffaires regularly have aircraft positioned at Biarritz or within a 30-minute radius (Bordeaux, Pau). Flight plans are filed in under an hour. In an emergency, a morning request for an afternoon departure is generally fulfilled. In peak summer, book ahead as availability tightens along the Basque coast.
Yes, private aviation is ideal for travelling with sports equipment. Golf bags fit without issue on all light jets available on this route. Surfboards (in rigid bags under 180 cm) can be carried on board the Citation CJ4, which has 1.5 m³ of hold space. For longboards, provide the dimensions at the time of booking — some operators can stow luggage in the cabin if space allows. No excess baggage surcharge applies on private jets.
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