Fly private between Brussels and Heraklion from US$32,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Brussels (BRU) to Heraklion (HER) and Heraklion to Brussels — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Brussels and Heraklion is about 2,395 km (1,488 miles), or 1,293 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Brussels–Heraklion spans US$32,500 – US$88,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 24m | 3h 04m – 3h 44m | €43,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 09m | 2h 50m – 3h 28m | €59,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 24m | €43,000 – €60,000 (~US$46,000 – US$64,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 21m | €47,000 – €65,000 (~US$50,500 – US$70,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 13m | €51,000 – €65,000 (~US$55,000 – US$70,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 09m | €59,000 – €82,000 (~US$63,000 – US$88,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 09m | €65,000 – €90,000 (~US$69,500 – US$97,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 13m | €70,000 – €93,000 (~US$75,500 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Brussels and Heraklion are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Brussels, Belgium: Brussels Airport and Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
Heraklion, Greece: Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
| Brussels Airport | Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EBBR / BRU | LGIR / HER |
| Longest hard runway | 11,936 ft | 8,904 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 175 ft | 115 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 5,704 ft spare |
2,180 km 814 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 6,004 ft spare |
2,410 km 584 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 5,404 ft spare |
3,700 km 706 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 5,626 ft spare |
3,650 km 656 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 4,704 ft spare |
3,900 km 906 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 3,328 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,606 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 3,974 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,932 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,004 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,406 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 4,212 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,226 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 3,464 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,406 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 3,604 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,806 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 4,114 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,406 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,904 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,266 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 3,104 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,118 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,904 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,966 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 4,104 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,951 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Brussels South Charleroi Airport (10,023 ft, 49 km) · Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (4,954 ft, 32 km) · Grimbergen Airfield · Goetsenhoven Airfield (2,560 ft, 36 km) · Rethymno Heliport
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Brussels to Heraklion.
Travel Brussels–Heraklion with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
The Brussels to Heraklion route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$32,500 – US$88,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 3h 24m gate to gate across the 2,395 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Brussels–Heraklion charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Brussels–Heraklion charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Heraklion to Brussels runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
