Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Héraklion ➔ Paris
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~8,820 km
Average flight time
~10h 45m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Héraklion and Paris 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 – Paris sector links Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR) to Paris Le Bourget (LFPB) over 2,394 km great-circle, about 3h05 airborne in a Falcon 2000LXS. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (2680 m) and alternate fuel are validated. Onward helicopter transfer available to Paris Héliport (Issy).
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.
Paris Le Bourget (LFPB)
Paris Le Bourget (LFPB / LBG) is a ultra-hub at 48.97°N / 2.44°E, France. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Advanced Air Support / Universal Aviation. Helicopter link: Paris Héliport (Issy).
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 2,394 km · 1,293 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h05
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Arrival FBO
- Advanced Air Support / Universal Aviation — Paris Le Bourget (LFPB / LBG)
- Departure runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Paris Héliport (Issy)
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 Paris?
About 3h05 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,394 km great-circle between LGIR and LFPB.
Which aircraft suits Héraklion → Paris?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 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.