Private charter between Athens and Chios starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Athens (ATH) ⇄ Chios (JKH) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Athens and Chios lie approximately 197 km apart (123 mi / 107 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Athens and Chios, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 48 min | 43 min – 53 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 40 min | 36 min – 44 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 48 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 46 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 40 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 40 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 39 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Athens–Chios charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Athens, Greece: Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport and Tatoi Airport.
Chios, Greece: Chios Island National Airport.
| Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Chios Island National Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LGAV / ATH | LGHI / JKH |
| Longest hard runway | 13,123 ft | 4,957 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 308 ft | 15 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,957 ft at Chios Island National Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,457 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,553 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,957 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,453 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,757 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,933 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,057 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,163 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,957 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,653 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,457 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,733 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,757 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,233 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,457 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,453 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,679 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,403 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 757 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,653 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 619 ft short |
4,600 km 4,353 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 27 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,679 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 57 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,153 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 265 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,973 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 483 ft short |
7,400 km 7,153 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 343 ft short |
7,800 km 7,553 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 167 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,153 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,043 ft short |
14,260 km 14,013 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 843 ft short |
11,112 km 10,865 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,043 ft short |
12,960 km 12,713 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 157 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,698 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Tatoi Airport (5,311 ft, 24 km) · Superior Air Helipad · Evelpidon Heliport · Afidnai Heliport · Olimpoi Aerodrome (3,330 ft, 21 km) · Teos Marina Helipad · Seferihisar District Gendarmerie Command Helipad · Yenifoça 7th Gendarmerie Regiment Command Helipad
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 197 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Athens and Chios.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Demand on Athens–Chios comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 48 min airborne across the 197 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Athens–Chios charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Athens–Chios charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
