Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Héraklion ➔ Dubaï
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~890 km
Average flight time
~1h 05m
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 Héraklion and Dubaï 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
The Héraklion – Dubaï sector links Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR) to Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) over 3,094 km great-circle, about 3h53 airborne in a Falcon 2000LXS. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (2680 m) and alternate fuel are validated. A helicopter connection to Burj Al Arab Helipad can be added to the quote.
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.
Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW)
On the arrival side, Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW) serves Dubaï from 24.89°N / 55.16°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by DC Aviation Al-Futtaim; 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Burj Al Arab Helipad.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 3,094 km · 1,670 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h53
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Arrival FBO
- DC Aviation Al-Futtaim — Dubaï Al Maktoum (OMDW / DWC)
- Departure runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 4500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Burj Al Arab Helipad
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Grèce → Émirats Arabes Unis: 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 Héraklion to Dubaï?
About 3h53 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 3,094 km great-circle between LGIR and OMDW.
Which aircraft suits Héraklion → Dubaï?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4500 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?
International sector Grèce → Émirats Arabes Unis: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.