Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Héraklion ➔ Vienne
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~3,740 km
Average flight time
~4h 34m
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 Vienne 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 Vienne Schwechat (LOWW) removes connections entirely: 1,587 km non-stop in 2h17. Boarding at GoldAir Handling Crete, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
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.
Vienne Schwechat (LOWW)
On the arrival side, Vienne Schwechat (LOWW) serves Vienne from 48.11°N / 16.57°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Vienna Aircraft Handling; 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Vienne.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 1,587 km · 857 NM
- Estimated block time
- 2h17
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Arrival FBO
- Vienna Aircraft Handling — Vienne Schwechat (LOWW / VIE)
- Departure runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3500 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Vienne
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 Vienne?
About 2h17 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,587 km great-circle between LGIR and LOWW.
Which aircraft suits Héraklion → Vienne?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3500 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.