Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Héraklion ➔ Londres Biggin Hill
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~3,270 km
Average flight time
~3h 59m
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 Londres Biggin Hill 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
Sector LGIR – EGKB is 2,677 km of direct routing, flown in 3h25 on a Falcon 2000LXS. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Héraklion. At this range a Falcon 2000LXS avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
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.
London Biggin Hill (EGKB)
On the arrival side, London Biggin Hill (EGKB) serves Londres Biggin Hill from 51.33°N / 0.03°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Bombardier London Service Centre; 1820 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Londres Centre (12 min).
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 2,677 km · 1,446 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h25
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Arrival FBO
- Bombardier London Service Centre — London Biggin Hill (EGKB / BQH)
- Departure runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 1820 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- Londres Centre (12 min)
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Grèce → Royaume-Uni: 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 Londres Biggin Hill?
About 3h25 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,677 km great-circle between LGIR and EGKB.
Which aircraft suits Héraklion → Londres Biggin Hill?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 1820 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.
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 → Royaume-Uni: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.