MAIN AIRPORT
Zurich (ZRH)
3,700 m runway (OurAirports)
All aircraft sizes; the main WEF arrival airport.
Private jet to Davos
Davos has no airport of its own. Jets land in Zurich (ZRH), which takes every aircraft size, or at Engadin airport in Samedan (SMV) for crews that have completed the airport's mandatory briefing. From either, Davos is reached by car, train or helicopter.
The World Economic Forum lists its 2027 Annual Meeting for January 18–22 in Davos-Klosters. If you are attending, arrange the aircraft, airport handling and onward transfer around your confirmed programme. Parking and helicopter availability must be individually confirmed rather than assumed for the whole week.
AIRPORTS IN PRACTICE
ALTERNATIVE
Engadin Airport, Samedan (SMV)
1,800 m runway (OurAirports)
1,707 m elevation; mandatory pilot briefing and test (Engadin Airport).
ESTIMATED PRICES BY AIRCRAFT CLASS
Flight times and one-way estimates
London (FAB) → Zurich (ZRH)
| CLASS | BLOCK TIME | ROUTING | ONE-WAY ESTIMATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet | 1h 06m | Nonstop | €3,800 – €5,100 (≈ €543–€729 per passenger, 7 seats) |
| Midsize | 1h 01m | Nonstop | €4,600 – €6,100 (≈ €575–€763 per passenger, 8 seats) |
| Super Midsize | 0h 58m | Nonstop | €5,100 – €6,800 (≈ €567–€756 per passenger, 9 seats) |
| Heavy | 0h 56m | Nonstop | €7,900 – €8,300 (≈ €608–€638 per passenger, 13 seats) |
| Ultra Long Range | 0h 53m | Nonstop | €7,900 – €10,600 (≈ €494–€663 per passenger, 16 seats) |
New York (TEB) → Zurich (ZRH)
| CLASS | BLOCK TIME | ROUTING | ONE-WAY ESTIMATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize | 8h 51m | 1 fuel stop (e.g. Bangor (BGR), Gander (YQX), Lajes (TER) or Shannon (SNN)) | €31,300 – €39,400 (≈ €3,913–€4,925 per passenger, 8 seats) |
| Super Midsize | 8h 27m | 1 fuel stop (e.g. Bangor (BGR), Gander (YQX), Lajes (TER) or Shannon (SNN)) | €35,300 – €45,800 (≈ €3,922–€5,089 per passenger, 9 seats) |
| Heavy | 7h 21m | Nonstop | €62,800 – €65,900 (≈ €4,831–€5,069 per passenger, 13 seats) |
| Ultra Long Range | 7h 01m | Nonstop | €51,600 – €69,200 (≈ €3,225–€4,325 per passenger, 16 seats) |
Dubai (DXB) → Zurich (ZRH)
| CLASS | BLOCK TIME | ROUTING | ONE-WAY ESTIMATE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet | 7h 22m | 1 fuel stop (e.g. an en-route fuel stop) | €18,300 – €24,500 (≈ €2,614–€3,500 per passenger, 7 seats) |
| Midsize | 6h 52m | 1 fuel stop (e.g. an en-route fuel stop) | €24,300 – €31,700 (≈ €3,038–€3,963 per passenger, 8 seats) |
| Super Midsize | 5h 49m | Nonstop | €24,300 – €30,300 (≈ €2,700–€3,367 per passenger, 9 seats) |
| Heavy | 5h 33m | Nonstop | €47,400 – €49,800 (≈ €3,646–€3,831 per passenger, 13 seats) |
| Ultra Long Range | 5h 18m | Nonstop | €39,400 – €52,800 (≈ €2,463–€3,300 per passenger, 16 seats) |
Estimated, confirmed quote within 1–2 hours. Classes that cannot fly the trip are not shown; fuel stops are priced in.
WEF week: January 18–22, 2027
Give us the dates of your actual meetings, your Davos accommodation and any fixed arrival requirement. A flight to Zurich and a transfer into Davos are separate service commitments. Request both early, and confirm the return pickup rather than treating airport parking as included throughout the event.
Zurich versus Samedan
Compare the whole itinerary rather than distance alone. Samedan requires the mandatory Engadin pilot briefing and test and an aircraft suitable for its mountain operations. Zurich gives another arrival option, followed by a separately arranged transfer. If a helicopter is requested, its provider must confirm operating conditions and a usable landing site; keep a ground alternative.
For a ski trip outside WEF week, tell us the hotel and ski-bag dimensions instead of a conference timetable. For a conference visit, send passenger changes and meeting end-times before reserving the return flight. The estimate tables cover the jet sectors, not helicopter availability, event access or the road journey.
SEASON & BOOKING LEAD TIME
WEF Annual Meeting · 18–22 January 2027
Request aircraft, handling and onward transfer together; each availability must be confirmed.
Christmas – New Year · about 19 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027
The busiest fortnight of the year. Aircraft and ramp space go first — ask for estimates 6–8 weeks ahead and confirm early.
Ski season · December to April
Weekends are busiest; Zurich gives the most aircraft choice.
THE LAST MILE
- Zurich → Davos: car, rail or a separately confirmed helicopter transfer.
- Samedan → Davos: car or a separately confirmed helicopter transfer; no unverified duration is promised.
HOW QUOTING WORKS · DAVOS
- 1. An estimated price for each aircraft class straight away.
- 2. Two or three confirmed options with aircraft photos within 1–2 hours.
Fixed-price online booking is also available on many single-leg trips.
FAQ
Which airport should I use for Davos?
Compare Zurich with Samedan after checking the selected aircraft, crew qualification, weather and onward transfer. Davos itself has no airport; Samedan requires the mandatory Engadin briefing and test.
When is WEF 2027 and when should I request a flight?
The World Economic Forum lists January 18–22, 2027 in Davos-Klosters. Request the flight and transfer as soon as your programme is fixed; parking and helicopter availability are separately confirmed.
Can I fly from New York to Zurich nonstop?
Use the engine table to compare range and indicated fuel stops by class. The operator confirms nonstop capability for the actual aircraft, passengers, baggage, winds and routing.
RELATED
Sources: OurAirports runway data (public domain) · Engadin Airport — Safety first (briefing and test) · World Economic Forum — Annual Meeting 2027
EMPTY LEGS
Repositioning flights come up occasionally and rarely stay available for long. Set an alert if you are flexible.
EMPTY-LEG ALERTS
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