Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Dubaï ➔ Héraklion
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,970 km
Average flight time
~2h 24m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Dubaï and Héraklion aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Dubaï → Héraklion: 3,094 km, 3h53 block time, departing Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) and arriving Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR). Boarding at DC Aviation Al-Futtaim, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW)
Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW / DWC) is a ultra-hub at 24.89°N / 55.16°E, United Arab Emirates. Runway: 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: DC Aviation Al-Futtaim. Helicopter link: Burj Al Arab Helipad.
Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR)
Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER) is a niche luxury field at 35.34°N / 25.18°E, Greece. Runway: 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: GoldAir Handling Crete. Helicopter link: Elounda / Chania.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 3,094 km · 1,670 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h53
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- DC Aviation Al-Futtaim — Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW / DWC)
- Arrival FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Departure runway
- 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Elounda / Chania
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Émirats Arabes Unis → Grèce: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Dubaï to Héraklion?
About 3h53 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 3,094 km great-circle between OMDW and LGIR.
Which aircraft suits Dubaï → Héraklion?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Dubaï Al Maktoum?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from DC Aviation Al-Futtaim.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Émirats Arabes Unis → Grèce: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.