Fly private between Cologne and Thira from US$30,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Cologne (CGN) to Thira (JTR), and from Thira (JTR) back to Cologne (CGN).
The straight-line distance between Cologne and Thira is about 2,171 km (1,349 miles), or 1,172 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Cologne to Thira (and Thira to Cologne) ranges from US$30,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$82,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 07m | 2h 48m – 3h 26m | €40,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 54m | 2h 37m – 3h 11m | €54,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 07m | €40,000 – €56,000 (~US$43,000 – US$60,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 05m | €44,000 – €61,000 (~US$47,500 – US$66,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 57m | €48,000 – €65,000 (~US$51,500 – US$70,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 54m | €54,000 – €76,000 (~US$58,500 – US$82,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 54m | €60,000 – €84,000 (~US$64,500 – US$90,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 57m | €65,000 – €92,000 (~US$70,000 – US$98,500) | 9-12 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Cologne–Thira, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Cologne, Germany: Cologne Bonn Airport, Düsseldorf Airport, Siegerland Airport, Mendig Airfield and Essen-Mülheim Airport.
Thira, Greece: Santorini International Airport.
| Cologne Bonn Airport | Santorini International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EDDK / CGN | LGSR / JTR |
| Longest hard runway | 12,516 ft | 7,208 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 302 ft | 127 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 4,008 ft spare |
2,180 km 534 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 4,308 ft spare |
2,410 km 304 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 3,708 ft spare |
3,700 km 986 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 3,930 ft spare |
3,650 km 936 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,008 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,186 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,632 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,886 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,278 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,212 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,308 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,686 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,516 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,506 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,768 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,686 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,908 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,086 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,418 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,686 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,208 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,546 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,408 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,398 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,208 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,246 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,408 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,231 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Düsseldorf Airport (9,842 ft, 54 km) · Siegerland Airport (5,315 ft, 68 km) · Mendig Airfield (5,342 ft, 57 km) · Essen-Mülheim Airport (5,095 ft, 61 km) · Superior Air Santorini Helipad · Thirasia Heliport · Anafi Heliport · Ios Heliport
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Our team responds to Cologne–Thira quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
The Cologne to Thira route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$30,000 – US$82,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 3h 07m gate to gate across the 2,171 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Cologne–Thira departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
