Charter Athens to Heraklion privately from US$8,000, about 1h 01m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER) and Heraklion to Athens — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Athens to Heraklion is roughly 309 kilometres — 192 miles, or 167 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Athens to Heraklion (and Heraklion to Athens) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 01m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 58 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 50 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 49 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 48 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Charter pricing on Athens–Heraklion moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft. 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.
Heraklion, Greece: Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
| Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport | Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LGAV / ATH | LGIR / HER |
| Longest hard runway | 13,123 ft | 8,904 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 308 ft | 115 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Athens to Heraklion can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport has 13,123 ft and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport 8,904 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 309 km.
Alternates within range: Tatoi Airport (5,311 ft, 24 km) · Superior Air Helipad · Evelpidon Heliport · Afidnai Heliport · Rethymno Heliport
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Demand on Athens–Heraklion comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 01m gate to gate over 309 km (192 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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–Heraklion charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Athens–Heraklion charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Heraklion to Athens runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
