Private jet charter Zurich to Athens: cost, flight time and airports
Chartering a private jet from Zurich to Athens costs from €9,900 one way in a turboprop, for 3h 56m of flight time.
- From
- €9,900
- Turboprop
- Flight time
- 3h 56m
- 2h 10m – 3h 56m
- Distance
- 885 NM
- 1,639 km
How much does a private jet Zurich to Athens cost?
Expect €9,900 to €14,500 one way in a turboprop, the most economical category on Zurich to Athens. Passenger taxes and transfers are added on the firm quote.
- TurbopropPilatus PC-12 · King Air 3508 seats · 3h 56m€9,900 – 14,500Round trip from €19,700
- LightCitation CJ2+ · Citation CJ3+7 seats · 2h 37m€12,800 – 18,800Round trip from €25,600
- Super LightPhenom 300E · Pilatus PC-248 seats · 2h 32m€16,200 – 23,800Round trip from €32,300
- MidsizeCitation XLS+ · Learjet 759 seats · 2h 27m€17,500 – 25,700Round trip from €35,000
- Super MidsizeChallenger 350 · Praetor 60010 seats · 2h 19m€21,600 – 31,700Round trip from €43,100
- HeavyFalcon 900LX · Gulfstream G45014 seats · 2h 15m€27,400 – 40,300Round trip from €54,800
- Ultra Long RangeGlobal 7500 · Gulfstream G65016 seats · 2h 10m€33,000 – 48,600Round trip from €66,000
- VIP AirlinerERJ 145 VIP · Lineage 1000 · BBJ30 seats · 2h 27m€49,200 – 72,400Round trip from €98,400
All-in estimate, excluding passenger taxes
Flight time Zurich to Athens
The Zurich to Athens flight takes about 3h 56m by private jet, over 885 nautical miles (1,639 km): 2h 10m in a Ultra Long Range, up to 3h 56m in a Turboprop, taxi and approach included. Boarding 15 to 30 minutes before departure.
Athens to Zurich: same flight time, same aircraft, and an equivalent price, either way an aircraft has to be positioned, and that is included in the estimate.
Airports
Departure
Zurich
ZurichZRH
Zurich has a dedicated general aviation centre, 15 min from the centre. Night curfew from 11.30 pm to 6 am, the preceding half hour being reserved for delayed flights: a departure is scheduled before 11 pm.
Arrival
Athens
Athens Eleftherios VenizelosATH
Athens Venizelos has a general aviation terminal, 30 km from the centre, open 24 hours. Connection point to the islands in summer.
Good to know
- Time difference with Athens: +1h, all year round.
- Take off at 10:00 from Zurich, land around 14:56 local time in Athens.
- Intra-Schengen flight: ID card, no border control on arrival. Switzerland stays outside the customs union, so goods and cash above CHF 10,000 must still be declared.
When to fly: Zurich to Athens seasonality
Prices are lowest in November and highest in July and August. At peak times, book 1 to 2 weeks ahead; off season, a flight is arranged within hours.
- January : PeakJan
- February : PeakFeb
- March : PeakMar
- April : NormalApr
- May : PeakMay
- June : PeakJun
- July : PeakJul
- August : PeakAug
- September : PeakSep
- October : NormalOct
- November : LowNov
- December : PeakDec
Peaks to know : Davos Forum, New Year (January) · Year-end holidays (December).
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a private jet Zurich to Athens cost?
From €9,900 one way in a turboprop, up to €14,500 in the same category depending on the date. A larger or faster aircraft costs more. The firm price depends on the aircraft available on the day of the flight.
How long is the Zurich to Athens flight by private jet?
About 3h 56m, over 885 nautical miles (1,639 km). The time varies by 10 minutes or so depending on the aircraft category and the wind.
Which airport does a private jet leave from in Zurich?
Most often from Zurich (ZRH), a business aviation terminal with no queues: you arrive 15 to 30 minutes before take-off. In Athens, you land at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH).
When is the best time to fly Zurich to Athens?
Fares are softest in November; demand peaks in July and August. At peak times, book 1 to 2 weeks ahead.
Is the price the same from Athens to Zurich?
Yes: Athens to Zurich also starts at €9,900 in a turboprop. Same distance, same flight time, same categories, and either way the aircraft has to be positioned, which the estimate includes.
Prices calculated by our calculator's engine (distance, flight time per category, market hourly rates, airport fees and positioning), rates revised on 17 September 2026. The firm price is confirmed by a broker within the hour. See the 2026 price guide
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