Introduction: The Magic of Christmas in the Sky
For elite travelers, Christmas is not about crowds and queues — it’s about privacy, comfort, and quality time. Private jets unlock direct routes to remote airports, bespoke schedules, and discreet service from tarmac to suite.
Explore Private Jety’s curated Christmas guide for 2025–2026: the world’s most exclusive resorts, signature suites, and Michelin-starred dining experiences.
1) Courchevel 1850, France
Nearest airports: Chambéry (CMF), Grenoble (GNB), Geneva (GVA); Courchevel Altiport (LFLJ)
Typical flight time: London – Chambéry ≈ 1h 30
Estimated charter cost: from €9,000 (Light Jet, London–Chambéry)
Where to Stay
- Cheval Blanc Courchevel ★★★★★ Palace — Ski-in/ski-out luxury with Guerlain Spa and Michelin-starred dining.
- Les Airelles Courchevel ★★★★★ Palace — Austrian castle-inspired interiors, Hermès amenities, and Rolls-Royce transfers.
- L’Apogée Courchevel (Oetker Collection) ★★★★★ Palace — Chalet-style exclusivity above Jardin Alpin.
Where to Dine
- Le 1947 at Cheval Blanc – 3 Michelin stars, by Yannick Alléno.
- Le Chabichou – 2 Michelin stars, classic alpine haute cuisine.
- Baumanière 1850 – refined modern French dining.
2) St. Moritz, Switzerland
Nearest airports: Samedan/Engadin (LSZS), Zurich (ZRH)
Typical flight time: Paris – Samedan ≈ 1h 15
Estimated charter cost: from €10,500 (Light Jet, Paris–Samedan)
Where to Stay
- Badrutt’s Palace Hotel ★★★★★ Superior — Winter glamour since 1896.
- Kulm Hotel St. Moritz ★★★★★ Superior — Private spa suites with lake views.
- Suvretta House ★★★★★ — Discreet old-money retreat with helipad and private lift.
Where to Dine
- IGNIV by Andreas Caminada – 2 Michelin stars, social fine dining.
- Da Vittorio St. Moritz – 2 Michelin stars, refined Italian cuisine.
- Chesa Veglia – historic Engadine farmhouse serving Swiss classics.
3) Lapland, Finland (Rovaniemi / Levi)
Nearest airports: Rovaniemi (RVN), Kittilä (KTT)
Typical flight time: London – Rovaniemi ≈ 3h
Estimated charter cost: from €17,000 (Super Midsize Jet, London–Rovaniemi)
Where to Stay
- Arctic TreeHouse Hotel ★★★★★ — Glass-cube suites above snowy forests.
- Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos — Ice suites and transparent domes under the Northern Lights.
- Levin Iglut – Golden Crown — Sky domes with private hot tubs.
Where to Dine
- Rakas Restaurant & Bar – Nordic fine dining with reindeer and cloudberries.
- Nili Restaurant – Traditional Lappish cuisine in a log-cabin setting.
- Arctic Restaurant Levi – Gourmet Arctic tasting menus.
4) Salzburg, Austria
Nearest airports: Salzburg W. A. Mozart (SZG)
Typical flight time: Milan – Salzburg ≈ 1h
Estimated charter cost: from €8,000 (Light Jet, Milan–Salzburg)
Where to Stay
- Hotel Sacher Salzburg ★★★★★ — Iconic riverside grand hotel.
- Schloss Fuschl, a Rosewood Resort ★★★★★ — Lakeside royal retreat reopening 2025.
- Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection ★★★★★ — Heritage townhouse in Old Town.
Where to Dine
- Ikarus at Hangar-7 – Two-Michelin-star guest-chef concept.
- Esszimmer Salzburg – Modern fine dining using Austrian terroir.
- St. Peter Stiftskulinarium – Europe’s oldest restaurant (803 AD), festive banquets with live classical music.
5) Aspen, Colorado, USA
Nearest airports: Aspen–Pitkin County (ASE); alternates: Rifle (RIL), Eagle/Vail (EGE)
Typical flight time: Los Angeles – Aspen ≈ 2h 10
Estimated charter cost: from $15,000 (Midsize Jet, Los Angeles–Aspen)
Where to Stay
- The Little Nell ★★★★★ — Aspen’s only ski-in/ski-out five-star hotel.
- St. Regis Aspen Resort ★★★★★ — Remède Spa and Bentley house cars.
- Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts ★★★★★ — Historic elegance meets art deco flair.
Where to Dine
- Element 47 – Fine dining at The Little Nell.
- Matsuhisa Aspen – Japanese fusion by Nobu Matsuhisa.
- Cache Cache – Contemporary American with a curated cellar.
6) Maldives
Nearest airports: Malé (MLE) + seaplane or yacht transfer
Typical flight time: Dubai – Malé ≈ 4h 30
Estimated charter cost: from €45,000 (Long-Range Jet, Dubai–Malé)
Where to Stay
- Cheval Blanc Randheli ★★★★★ Palace — Ultra-luxury villas in Noonu Atoll.
- Soneva Jani ★★★★★ — Water villas with retractable roofs and lagoon slides.
- One&Only Reethi Rah ★★★★★ — 12 beaches, personal villa hosts, private dining pavilions.
Where to Dine
- Aragu (Velaa Private Island) – Michelin-level tasting menus.
- 5.8 Undersea Restaurant (Hurawalhi) – All-glass underwater dining.
- Ithaa Undersea (Conrad Maldives) – Six meters below the ocean.
Emerging Ultra-Luxury Hotspots
Gstaad, Switzerland
Stay at Gstaad Palace or The Alpina Gstaad; dine at Sommet or Megu.
Reykjavík, Iceland
Book The Reykjavik EDITION or Blue Lagoon Retreat; reserve tables at Dill or Grillmarkaðurinn.
Dubai, UAE
Indulge at Burj Al Arab Jumeirah or One&Only Royal Mirage; celebrate at Pierchic, Zuma, or Ossiano.
Booking Tips for the Holiday Season
- Book by mid-November — December slots fill quickly.
- Consider alternative airports like Sion (CH), Innsbruck (AT), or private Alpine FBOs.
- Match aircraft to route length: Light Jets for intra-Europe, Heavy/ULR for intercontinental.
- Pre-arrange transfers: helicopters, chauffeured SUVs, and ski concierges for seamless arrivals.
Conclusion
Private jet travel at Christmas is the pinnacle of freedom, time, and luxury. Whether you dream of Alpine peaks, Arctic skies, or Indian Ocean serenity, chartering a jet ensures your festive holiday is seamless from takeoff to champagne toast.