Chambéry Aix les Bains Airport

CMF LFLB Chambéry, France Elevation: 779 ft

Chambery Aix les Bains Airport is the primary private aviation gateway to the French Alps ski resorts, serving Courchevel, Val d'Isere, Tignes, Meribel, Val Thorens, and the entire Trois Vallees region. CMF's 6,628-foot paved runway accommodates light jets, mid-size jets, super-mid-size jets, and most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport is the closest jet-capable option to Courchevel (90 minutes by ground) and a key alternative to Geneva (GVA) for Alps-bound traffic. Peak season runs December through April for skiing. Estimated charter rates to Chambery: light jets from $4,500 per hour, mid-size jets from $6,000 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

Chambery becomes intensely busy every Saturday during ski season (Noel, New Year, February school holidays, and Easter week). The airport has slot restrictions on peak weekends; our brokers coordinate arrival windows well in advance. Helicopter transfers from CMF to Courchevel (20 minutes), Meribel (15 minutes), and Val Thorens (25 minutes) are the preferred onward option to save 2 to 3 hours of mountain driving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Chambery Airport?

Yes. CMF's 6,628-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning, including the Gulfstream G550, Challenger 650, and Falcon 8X. Ultra-long-range heavies may face performance restrictions depending on weight.

How close is Chambery to the major ski resorts?

From CMF: Courchevel (90 minutes by road), Meribel (75 minutes), Val d'Isere and Tignes (90 minutes), Val Thorens (100 minutes). Helicopter transfers reduce all transfer times to 15 to 30 minutes.

When is Chambery busiest?

Peak ski season runs December through April, with French school holidays (February), Christmas/New Year, and Easter week being the most congested. Slot restrictions are common on Saturday arrival days.