FBO pickup workflow
| Step | Who does what | Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Flight plan filed | Share tail number + ETA with transfer company | 24–48 h before |
| Landing | FBO greets on ramp; driver enters FBO list | Car ready 5–10 min after landing |
| Passport control from outside the EU | Done inside FBO — driver waits in lounge area | +10–20 min |
| Departure from hotel | Pickup 60–90 min before wheels-up time requested | Security at Le Bourget gate |
Flight plan filed
Share tail number + ETA with transfer company
24–48 h before
Landing
FBO greets on ramp; driver enters FBO list
Car ready 5–10 min after landing
Passport control from outside the EU
Done inside FBO — driver waits in lounge area
+10–20 min
Departure from hotel
Pickup 60–90 min before wheels-up time requested
Security at Le Bourget gate
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Book Le Bourget transferWhat affects your timing
- IATA code LBG — do not confuse with Beauvais (BVA) or Le Bourget commercial hall.
- No scheduled airline passenger terminal like CDG — FBO lounges only.
- Drivers need FBO name + flight tail number for gate access lists.
- Peak business aviation: Monday mornings and Friday afternoons.
- Helicopter transfers to Paris heliport possible — separate booking.
Common situations
Same-day CDG commercial + Le Bourget private
Two airports 15 km apart — allow 45–60 minutes between pickups including Le Bourget gate security.
Book as two legs or hourly disposal — share both itineraries.
Paris Fashion Week — multiple FBO pickups
Le Bourget peaks during events — pre-book sedans and share FBO + tail number for each arrival.
A corporate account helps for back-to-back flights.
Light jet with pets
Pet paperwork is cleared at the FBO — choose a vehicle with space for a carrier; mention your pet when booking.
Minivan or estate for a large dog crate.
Typical passenger mistakes
Sending driver to "Le Bourget airport" without FBO
Multiple FBOs on different sides — wrong gate costs 20+ minutes.
Using commercial Uber pickup point
Ride-hail rarely has ramp access — licensed chauffeur on FBO list required.
Booking pickup at landing time, not landing + 15 minutes
Taxi on the apron, passport control, luggage — allow 10–15 minutes after arrival before the car leaves.
Getting ready
- 1
Get FBO name from operator
Your charter broker or flight department confirms the handling agent.
- 2
Book transfer with tail number
We track the flight and notify FBO of vehicle registration if needed.
- 3
Exit FBO to car
Usually 20 metres — driver at lounge exit with name sign.
- 4
Confirm return pickup for departure
Gate access needs lead time — book outbound leg when inbound is confirmed.