Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Héraklion ➔ Larnaca
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,120 km
Average flight time
~2h 35m
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 Larnaca 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 Larnaca International (LCLK) removes connections entirely: 770 km non-stop in 1h17. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Héraklion. Onward helicopter transfer available to Limassol / Ayia Napa.
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.
Larnaca International (LCLK)
Larnaca International (LCLK / LCA) is a major business field at 34.88°N / 33.63°E, Cyprus. Runway: 2700 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Hermes Executive Aviation. Helicopter link: Limassol / Ayia Napa.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 770 km · 416 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h17
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Arrival FBO
- Hermes Executive Aviation — Larnaca International (LCLK / LCA)
- Departure runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 2700 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Limassol / Ayia Napa
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 Larnaca?
About 1h17 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 770 km great-circle between LGIR and LCLK.
Which aircraft suits Héraklion → Larnaca?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2700 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
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.