Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Héraklion ➔ Varsovie
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,580 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 Varsovie 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 Varsovie Chopin (EPWA) removes connections entirely: 1,901 km non-stop in 2h31. Departure handling is provided by GoldAir Handling Crete; the 3690 m arrival runway at Varsovie Chopin drives aircraft selection. A helicopter connection to Centre Varsovie 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.
Varsovie Chopin (EPWA)
On the arrival side, Varsovie Chopin (EPWA) serves Varsovie from 52.17°N / 20.97°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Exec Jet Service Warsaw; 3690 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Varsovie.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,901 km · 1,026 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h31
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Arrival FBO
- Exec Jet Service Warsaw — Varsovie Chopin (EPWA / WAW)
- Departure runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3690 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Varsovie
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 Varsovie?
About 2h31 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 1,901 km great-circle between LGIR and EPWA.
Which aircraft suits Héraklion → Varsovie?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3690 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.