Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Tokyo ➔ Héraklion
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,050 km
Average flight time
~2h 30m
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 Tokyo and Héraklion 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
Tokyo → Héraklion: 9,625 km, 10h56 block time, departing Tokyo Haneda (RJTT) and arriving Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR). We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Tokyo. At this range a Gulfstream G650ER avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
Departure and arrival airports
Tokyo Haneda (RJTT)
On the departure side, Tokyo Haneda (RJTT) serves Tokyo from 35.55°N / 139.78°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Universal Aviation Japan; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Ark Hills Heliport.
Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR)
Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER) is a niche luxury field at 35.34°N / 25.18°E, Greece. Runway: 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: GoldAir Handling Crete. Helicopter link: Elounda / Chania.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 9,625 km · 5,197 NM
- Estimated block time
- 10h56
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Universal Aviation Japan — Tokyo Haneda (RJTT / HND)
- Arrival FBO
- GoldAir Handling Crete — Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER)
- Departure runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Elounda / Chania
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Japon → Grèce: 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 Tokyo to Héraklion?
About 10h56 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 9,625 km great-circle between RJTT and LGIR.
Which aircraft suits Tokyo → Héraklion?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2680 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
How fast can we depart from Tokyo Haneda?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Universal Aviation Japan.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Japon → Grèce: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.