Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Héraklion ➔ Valence
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,590 km
Average flight time
~1h 56m
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 Valence 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 – Valence sector links Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR) to Valencia Airport (LEVC) over 2,304 km great-circle, about 2h59 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 Centre Valence 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.
Valencia Airport (LEVC)
Valencia Airport (LEVC / VLC) is a major business field at 39.49°N / 0.48°W, Spain. Runway: 3215 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Executive Aviation Valencia. Helicopter link: Centre Valence.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 2,304 km · 1,244 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h59
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Arrival FBO
- Executive Aviation Valencia — Valencia Airport (LEVC / VLC)
- Departure runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3215 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Valence
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 Valence?
About 2h59 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,304 km great-circle between LGIR and LEVC.
Which aircraft suits Héraklion → Valence?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3215 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.