Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Héraklion ➔ Copenhague
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~5,050 km
Average flight time
~6h 10m
Recommended aircraft
Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Héraklion and Copenhague 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
Chartering privately between Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR) and Copenhague Kastrup (EKCH) removes connections entirely: 2,448 km non-stop in 3h09. Boarding at GoldAir Handling Crete, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Onward helicopter transfer available to Centre Copenhague.
Departure and arrival airports
Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR)
On the departure side, Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR) serves Héraklion from 35.34°N / 25.18°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by GoldAir Handling Crete; 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Elounda / Chania.
Copenhague Kastrup (EKCH)
On the arrival side, Copenhague Kastrup (EKCH) serves Copenhague from 55.62°N / 12.66°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Copenhagen AirTaxi FBO; 3600 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Copenhague.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 2,448 km · 1,322 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h09
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Arrival FBO
- Copenhagen AirTaxi FBO — Copenhague Kastrup (EKCH / CPH)
- Departure runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3600 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Copenhague
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Héraklion to Copenhague?
About 3h09 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,448 km great-circle between LGIR and EKCH.
Which aircraft suits Héraklion → Copenhague?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3600 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from GoldAir Handling Crete.
What about customs and formalities?
Intra-Schengen sector: no systematic border control, general-aviation formalities handled by the FBO before wheels-up.