What to know
- A mid-sized airport near Aix-les-Bains and Lac du Bourget, much closer to the resorts than Geneva.
- Allow about one and a half to two hours by road to the resorts depending on snow and traffic, or a helicopter transfer.
- The Courchevel altiport is a special case: a very short, sloping runway and specific crew training. We check feasibility before proposing it.
Peak season
From mid-December to April, especially on Saturdays and school holidays, slots and parking get tight. Book as early as possible.
Key facts
Related: Phenom 300E, Pilatus PC-12, Citation XLS+.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Runway | One asphalt runway, 2,020 m |
| Most frequent aircraft in 2025 | Embraer Phenom 300 (789 movements), Pilatus PC-12 NG (379), Cessna Citation XLS (306) |
| Suited to | Everything from light jets to long-range business jets, according to the broker’s guide |
| Winter operations | De-icing is available at the main handler; allow for the busy winter season |
Sources and last check
Checked on 3 November 2026. Sources: LunaJets airport guide. Traffic figures are from a broker’s guide and cover 2025: Rules and conditions change: we confirm them for your actual flight.
Routes from and to this airport
FAQ
Chambéry or Geneva for Courchevel?
Chambéry is often closer to the Three Valleys; Geneva offers more aircraft and slot choice, but a longer road transfer. We compare according to the resort and the weather.
Can we land directly in Courchevel?
Only with certain aircraft and crews trained for the altiport. Otherwise Chambéry and a road or helicopter transfer.