Private charter between Duesseldorf and Heraklion starts at US$31,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Duesseldorf (DUS) ⇄ Heraklion (HER) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Duesseldorf and Heraklion lie approximately 2,303 km apart (1,431 mi / 1,243 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$31,500 – US$86,000 for a one-way charter between Duesseldorf and Heraklion, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (EUR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 17m | 2h 57m – 3h 37m | €42,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 03m | 2h 45m – 3h 21m | €57,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 17m | €42,000 – €59,000 (~US$45,000 – US$63,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 15m | €46,000 – €65,000 (~US$49,500 – US$69,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 07m | €50,000 – €65,000 (~US$54,000 – US$70,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (EUR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 03m | €57,000 – €80,000 (~US$61,500 – US$86,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 03m | €63,000 – €88,000 (~US$67,500 – US$94,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 07m | €69,000 – €93,000 (~US$74,000 – US$100,000) | 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Duesseldorf–Heraklion charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. 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:
Duesseldorf, Germany: Düsseldorf Airport, Essen-Mülheim Airport, Cologne Bonn Airport, Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport and Dortmund Airport.
Heraklion, Greece: Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
| Düsseldorf Airport | Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EDDL / DUS | LGIR / HER |
| Longest hard runway | 9,842 ft | 8,904 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 147 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 699 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 6,004 ft spare |
2,410 km 469 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 5,404 ft spare |
3,700 km 821 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 5,626 ft spare |
3,650 km 771 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 4,704 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,021 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 3,328 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,721 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 3,974 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,047 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,004 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,521 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 4,212 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,341 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 3,464 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,521 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 3,604 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,921 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 4,114 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,521 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,904 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,381 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 3,104 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,233 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,904 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,081 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 4,104 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,066 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Essen-Mülheim Airport (5,095 ft, 17 km) · Cologne Bonn Airport (12,516 ft, 54 km) · Weeze (Niederrhein) Airport (8,005 ft, 56 km) · Dortmund Airport (6,562 ft, 64 km) · Rethymno Heliport
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 3h 17m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Demand on Duesseldorf–Heraklion comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$31,500 – US$86,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 3h 17m gate to gate across the 2,303 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 Duesseldorf–Heraklion charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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.
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