Crete Private Jet Charter Service
Trusted Crete Jet Charter Service Since 2005
Paramount Business Jets provides jet charter flights to and from Crete, Greece. Whether you require domestic travel service or international, we can provide you with numerous aircraft options to fit your private aviation needs. The most popular aircraft types in the area are the King Air B200 (turboprop), Citation XLS (super light jets), Learjet 60 and Hawker 800XPi (midsize jets), Challenger 300 (super midsize jets), and Gulfstream IV, Challenger 601, or Falcon EX (large jets). Crete is served by three airports: the Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport (HER), Chania International Airport (CHQ), and Sitia Airport (JSH). The Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is located about 3 miles (4 km) from the Heraklion city centre and handles more domestic and international charter flights than any other airport in the area. The Chania International Airport (CHQ) is located about 9 miles (14 km) from the Chania city centre and provides a less busy airport experience than the Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport. The Sitia Airport (JSH) is located 0.6 miles (1 km) of the Sitia city center and serves small to medium size aircraft. For more information about our charter flight services to or from Crete, or to speak with one of our private aviation specialists, call us 24/7 at +1-877-727-2538.
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Very Light Jets
Light Jets
Super Light Jets
Midsize Jets
Super Midsize Jets
Large Jets
Ultra Long Range Jets
VIP Airliners
Helicopters
How do I choose the ideal aircraft for my trip to the Crete area?
| AIRCRAFT CATEGORY |
RANGE (nm) |
CABIN HEIGHT (ft) |
BAGGAGE CAPACITY (ft³) |
MAX FLIGHT TIME (hr:min) |
| VLJ | 716 - 1,400 | 4.20 - 4.90 | 4.20 - 4.90 | 2:45 - 3:15 |
| Light | 1,088 - 1,929 | 4.10 - 5.00 | 4.10 - 5.00 | 2.45 - 5:30 |
| Super Light | 1,741 - 1,933 | 4.10 - 5.00 | 4.10 - 5.00 | 4:00 - 5:30 |
| Midsize | 1,300 - 3,000 | 4.80 - 5.90 | 4.80 - 5.90 | 2:30 - 8:00 |
| Super Midsize | 2,450 - 4,000 | 5.70 - 6.30 | 5.70 - 6.30 | 5:30 - 8:00 |
| Large | 3,600 - 6,000 | 5.97 - 6.25 | 5.97 - 6.25 | 3:00 - 13:00 |
| Ultra Long Range | 2,456 - 6,750 | 6.08 - 6.40 | 6.08 - 6.40 | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| VIP Airliner | 3,800 - 6,100 | 6.50 - 7.33 | 6.50 - 7.33 | 2:00 - 16:00 |
| Helicopter | 250 - 660 | 3.90 - 6.00 | 3.90 - 6.00 | 1:15 - 4:00 |
Crete Empty Leg Flights and Available Airport Options
Crete Airports within 50 Miles
- Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, LGIR, HER, Iraklion (Crete Is.), Greece
- Kasteli Airport, LGTL, Kasteli, Greece
- Tympaki Airport, LG54, Tympaki, Greece
- Sitia Airport, LGST, JSH, Sitia, Greece
- Souda Airport, LGSA, CHQ, Chania (Crete Is.), Greece
- Santorini Airport, LGSR, JTR, Santorini (Thira Is), Greece
Crete Weather
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
| Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
| Aug 21 | Aug 22 | Aug 23 | Aug 24 | Aug 25 | |
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| Precipitation | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm |
| Max Temp | 27 °C, 80 °F | 28 °C, 83 °F | 28 °C, 83 °F | 29 °C, 83 °F | 28 °C, 82 °F |
| Min Temp | 20 °C, 67 °F | 20 °C, 68 °F | 18 °C, 64 °F | 17 °C, 62 °F | 21 °C, 70 °F |
| Wind Direction | 316 ° NW | 310 ° NW | 311 ° NW | 312 ° NW | 313 ° NW |
| Wind Speed | 15 km/h, 10 m | 15 km/h, 9 m | 17 km/h, 10 m | 16 km/h, 10 m | 17 km/h, 11 m |
Crete City Overview
Crete Island is a Greek island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea between the Sea of Crete and the Libyan Sea, south of the Peloponnese. Crete is home one of the world's earliest civilizations, the Minoan, which flourished there in the 2nd millennium BC. The largest of all the islands in Greece, Crete consists of four prefectures: Chania, Rethimno, Heraklion, and Lasithi. Crete offers great sights of historical remains, mountainous landscapes, a coast with marvelous beaches and rocky coves, beautiful towns and charming villages and harbors, unique castles and monasteries. Crete is well known for its seas and spectacular beaches, which provide a variety of outdoor activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, swimming and sunbathing. Sightseeing opportunities include the famous Minoan Palace of Knossos south of the city of Heraklion, Spinalalonga Island, Samaria Gorge National Park, Toplou Monastery, Preveli Monastery, Moni Gonias Monastery, Lasithi Plateau, and Elounda Lagoon. Crete is a fascinating destination of natural, cultural and historical wealth in Greece, attracting holiday visitors throughout the year.