Consisting of a network of canals and small calli, Venice is undoubtedly a unique city easily accessible by booking a private jet in the direction of its airport.
Choosing this special travel methodology allows the wealthiest tourist to visit the main Venetian attractions in a' magical, picturesque and unprecedented atmosphere: from St. Mark's Basilica to the Rialto Bridge, through the narrow streets of the historic center and the Doge's Palace, to the timeless experience of a gondola ride on the Grand Canal.
Not only that, every year Venice hosts several very important events starting with the Venice Biennale, an international event that touches on areas such as art, cinema, dance, architecture and theater and draws to itself a truly unique parterre of international stars, not to mention the Venice Carnival, another opportunity not to be missed if you find yourself visiting the city in February.
Passengers on private flights are served and revered thanks to an exclusive service designed especially for them: it is based on a very fast check-in, equally fast security checks and rather short flight times that can be carried out at any time of the day or night without any problem.
Opting for a private jet charter translates into enjoying ample flexibility, privacy, and personalized assistance; but what are some other advantages, and what about costs?
Let's dive into the examination of this useful info in the following paragraphs!
Historical and geographical background on Venice
The location in which Venice stands is undoubtedly special: it is located in northeastern Italy within the Venetian Lagoon, a bounded bay in the Adriatic Sea administered by the Veneto region. An intricate network of canals allows the urban agglomeration to be divided into several districts, or sestieri, connected by small bridges. Venice, however, consists of both a mainland zone formed by a series of small municipalities belonging to its metropolitan area, and an island zone due to the presence of the Lido, a kind of barrier island that shields storm surges from the open sea. Originally, the territory where Venice is located today was once occupied by Illyrian peoples who exploited the area for fishing or salt mining; later, it was the Veneti who took possession of the Po River marshes, founding the ancient settlement of Venice. Shortly thereafter, General Belisarius conquered the city while appointing the first Doge, a hereditary office that slowly became elective. The excellent relations the lagoon city enjoyed with Byzantium enabled it to develop its maritime and commercial traffic, soon making it a power in the trade of spices, silk, wood, iron, textiles and fish and reaching the height of prosperity with the founding of the Republic of Venice. Over the years, this form of government was refined more and more through the creation of new offices such as the Senate, the Lordship, the Minor Council or the Council of Ten. In the mid-sixteenth century, Venice was forced to sign a peace with the Ottomans who had become a real threat and, shortly thereafter, saw its population decimated by a deadly plague epidemic. Venice played a crucial role in Italy's struggles for independence and in the war with the Austrians, while in the early twentieth century it witnessed a great territorial and building expansion that led it to be one of the most important cities on the Italian peninsula, a title it still holds today.
What to do and see in Venice
Venice Biennale
One of the most important events held every 2 years in Venice is the Biennale, a historic event featuring the visual arts, music, film, dance, theater and architecture. This is an exhibition that aims to stimulate artistic activity in all its forms, allowing new artists to emerge through various international events belonging to contemporary art. The event is held in the city's Napoleonic Gardens in which the pavilions of the nations participating in each edition of the Biennale are placed. As this is an occasion that draws to itself a parterre of international stars, celebrities and personalities of the world's elite, a series of exclusive benefits are made available to them that enable them to attend the event in a privileged way, such as the various Cards that serve as Passes to the various backstage areas and give them access to the organized gala dinner, the pre-opening of the event and the entire event as it unfolds.
Venice Film Festival
Among the most glamorous events that Venice holds each year is undoubtedly the Film Festival, an event held between August and September in the Palazzo del Cinema and neighboring buildings. This is a film exhibition that screens for the first time the new endeavors of a multitude of seasoned or first-time filmmakers, who are competing to win the Golden Lion, a highly coveted prize that critics award to the best film presented in competition. For very long years, the Film Festival has always attracted an incredible multitude of world movie stars, VIPs, celebrities and businessmen welcomed to the city by numerous exclusive services designed for them, from luxury hotels where they can stay to the possibility of previewing several films, to privileged seats from which to view competing films and airport transfers by limousine.
The islands around Venice
The 62 or so small islands surrounding Venice preserve an artistic and traditional heritage not to be missed. A shining example of this is, for example, Torcello, one of the oldest islands in the Lagoon perfect oasis for relaxing in total privacy while experiencing Venetian delicacies in the prestigious restaurants there. Also worth mentioning is Murano, the island known worldwide for its highly refined glassmaking, complete with a Glass Museum and visitable furnaces used for centuries by master craftsmen. If Murano is known for glassmaking, Burano is a must for the production of needle lace: in fact, even on it, it is possible to visit the Lace Museum or the Leaning Bell Tower from which to enjoy a wonderful view of the entire Lagoon.
Climate and best time to visit Venice
The climate prevailing in Venice is humid subtropical, which makes summers quite hot and winters quite cold. Spring is characterized by weather that begins to warm up in April with temperatures approaching 25°C in May. The heat only begins to be felt from June and lasts until September, characterizing the summer season with temperatures averaging around 35°C (95°F); humidity rates soar, especially during the evening hours, due to the Lagoon. The weather cools down from October onward, when temperatures begin to drop settling at an average of 15°C in November; autumn, however, is the season where high water often occurs, causing some minor flooding in specific areas of the city. The Venetian winter is quite cold: temperatures can drop below freezing quite frequently, although snow is quite rare. The best time to charter a private jet to Venice, however, remains late spring: the tourist influx is low, the weather is pleasant, and although high water can create inconvenience, walkways are still set up to help move from one neighborhood to another without too much trouble.
How and why to fly by private jet in Venice
Venice Airport (ICAO code LIPZ), built at the height of World War I, was initially conceived as a military airport before being opened to civilian traffic only in the early postwar period. The increase in the size of aircraft reaching it necessitated a new airport at Tessera, where it still stands today, opened in 1960. Today, Venice's Marco Polo airport is targeted by many wealthy tourists who choose to charter a private jet to attend important events held in the Lagoon, from the Biennale to the Film Festival. Passengers on charter flights can enjoy a range of exclusive services thanks to the presence of a general aviation terminal that allows them to carry out the usual check-in and baggage control operations totally detached from those operated for scheduled flights; for example, thanks to the Priority Lane, VIP tourists can enjoy priority boarding, while the large VIP Lounge present equipped with televisions, WiFi, showers, refreshment stations, bars and stores allows them to relax after the flight. Venice Airport has no restrictions in terms of private flight takeoffs and landings, as the 2 runways present are perfect for any type, class, and weight of aircraft. The city center is about 12 km from the airport: given Venice's special location, this distance can be covered by private boats that can be hired directly at the airport or, alternatively, by seaplanes or cab boats with pilots. The VIP tourist could still avail himself of a limousine service for transfer to the mainland, although he may incur some limitations due to traffic.
How much does it cost to fly on a private jet to Venice
Among the most important routes that allow you to land comfortably in Venice is the one that connects it with Nice, a location on the French Riviera about 1 hour and 10 minutes away. The rental of a Light Jet to cover such a distance costs about 7,000€, that of a Medium Jet involves an expense of about 15,000€ while a Large Jet is available at about 19,000€. In addition to Nice, Palma de Mallorca is also one of the destinations from which several jets depart for Venice: the distance separating the two destinations is about 2 hours of flight time. In this case, it is possible to rent a Light Jet at a cost of about 12,000€, a Medium Jet at a price of about 20,000€ and a Large Jet with a total expense of about 28,000€. How can we not mention the connection between two very similar cities, Venice and Amsterdam, a route that takes about 1 hour and 50 minutes in total and can be traveled by availing of a Light Jet at a cost of about 10,000€, a Medium Jet at a cost of about 18,000€ or a Large Jet at about 26,000€.
The best jet to fly to Venice
One light jet that provides very high performance is the Cessna Citation CJ1, an aircraft that stands out for the fuel efficiency it possesses although it can carry about 500 kg of luggage. Its cabin provides passengers with every possible convenience, from reclining seats to a small kitchen and folding work tables, with an unprecedented level of soundproofing. The Hawker 850XP, on the other hand, is a Medium Jet that, thanks to improvements made, offers better performance than its predecessor by flying at a top speed of about 800 km/h and being able to travel about 4500 km on a single tank of fuel. The very spacious cabin with which it is equipped puts the 8 accommodating passengers at ease, providing them with very comfortable seats, sofas and plenty of storage space. Large jets include the Bombardier Global Express, an aircraft designed to provide the best possible experience for the as many as 14 passengers it carries. Its advanced cabin design based on sound-absorbing materials makes travel extremely quiet, not to mention the large windows that radiate natural light into the aircraft. Ka-band connectivity allows travelers to stay connected at all times during the flight, which is expected to be very fast given the 900 km/h the aircraft can reach.
Most frequent flights to and from Venice
Below of the most frequent connections to Venice:
