At 1,707 metres, Engadin Airport is the highest airport in Europe, and it is where private aircraft arrive for St. Moritz. Private jet charter at Engadin Airport means a visual alpine approach down a narrow valley, and crews must take a special briefing before they fly in.
The runway is 1,800 metres long and 40 wide, and business jets use it. Customs is available throughout operating hours, and the airport is open every day of the year. Charter-A arranges the aircraft and will confirm that your crew meets the airport's briefing requirement, because at this airport it matters.
Flying privately to St. Moritz Samedan
Summer hours are 08:00–19:00 local. In winter the airport opens at 08:00 and closes at the end of evening twilight, which comes early in midwinter, so afternoons are short. Customs is available throughout those hours. Runway 03/21 is 1,800 by 40 metres of asphalt, and the approach is mainly visual, in a narrow valley. Private and business aviation use the airport terminal at Plazza Aviatica in Samedan, and helicopter operators share the apron. Ramp space is limited at peak ski weekends and events, so early planning helps. Charter-A confirms any permission requirements at booking.
Engadin Airport (St. Moritz – Samedan) airport guide
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Download the PDF (384 KB)Engadin Airport (St. Moritz – Samedan) at a glance
| Location | Plazza Aviatica 6b, Samedan, 7503 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO LSZS · IATA SMV |
| Region | Canton of Graubünden (Upper Engadine), Switzerland |
| Nearest city | St. Moritz |
| Opening hours | Summer 08:00–19:00 local; winter 08:00 until end of evening twilight (early in midwinter). Open 365 days. |
| Customs & immigration | Yes – during operating hours |
| Runway | 03/21 – 1,800 m × 40 m asphalt |
| Private jets | Yes — business jets; visual alpine approach at 1,707 m elevation, special pilot briefing required |
| Private terminal | Airport terminal at Plazza Aviatica, Samedan, used by private and business aviation; helicopter operators share the apron. |
| Airport website | engadin-airport.ch |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (engadin-airport.ch, en.wikipedia.org). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to St. Moritz
St. Moritz is one of the Alps' best-known resorts: skiing and frozen-lake events in winter, hiking, sailing and cycling in summer. The airport is at Samedan, in the same Upper Engadine valley, in Graubünden. Peak weekends and events fill the ramp quickly.
Private jet flight times to St. Moritz Samedan
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 495 nm · 910 km | 1 hr 40 min | 1 hr 25 min |
| Manchester | 620 nm · 1,150 km | 2 hr | 1 hr 45 min |
| Edinburgh | 750 nm · 1,390 km | 2 hr 25 min | 2 hr |
| Paris | 335 nm · 620 km | 1 hr 10 min | 1 hr 05 min |
| Geneva | 155 nm · 290 km | 40 min | 35 min |
| Nice | 205 nm · 380 km | 50 min | 45 min |
Approximate airborne times in still air, worked out from the great-circle distance. Routing, winds and the aircraft chosen change them on the day; your quote gives the planned time for your flight.
Which aircraft?
From London, St. Moritz Samedan is a sector of about 490 nautical miles — within non-stop reach of every aircraft class, from turboprops and very light jets upwards. The number of passengers and the luggage usually decide the aircraft: light jets for up to seven, midsize jets and super midsize jets for more space, heavy jets for larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
St. Moritz Samedan: your questions answered
Is Engadin Airport the highest in Europe?
Yes. It stands at 1,707 metres in the Upper Engadine. The altitude and the narrow valley mean a visual alpine approach, and crews need a special briefing before flying in.
Can a private jet land at St. Moritz?
Yes. Business jets use Engadin Airport at Samedan, which has an 1,800-metre runway. Charter-A will confirm your aircraft type and crew briefing are in order before it quotes.
Does Engadin Airport have customs?
Yes, throughout operating hours, and the airport is open 365 days a year. Charter-A will check the formalities for your route and passengers at quote stage, so nothing is left to chance on the day you travel.
What time does Engadin Airport close in winter?
At the end of evening twilight, which is early in midwinter. It opens at 08:00. Summer hours run to 19:00. Plan winter arrivals for the earlier part of the day.
How long is the flight from London to St. Moritz Samedan by private jet?
About 1 hr 40 min in a light jet and 1 hr 25 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 495 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Engadin Airport (St. Moritz – Samedan) I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Engadin Airport (St. Moritz – Samedan) is free to download from this page as a PDF. It sets out the runway, opening hours, customs, handling agents and where to arrive for a private flight.
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