International hub · Heraklion, Greece
Heraklion/Iraklion Nikos Kazantzakis
- Elevation
- 115 ft
- Coordinates
- 35°20′N 25°11′E
- Local time
- Europe/Athens
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Field information
LGIR runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Heraklion/Iraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR/HER) has 2 runways; the longest, 09/27, is 8,904 ft (2,714 m) of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 & Avgas. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Slot required: plan slot requests into the trip timeline. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at LGIR, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Athens
Country
Greece
GR
Municipality
Heraklion
Elevation
115 ft
Position
35.3397, 25.1803
Traffic level
Medium
Fuel
Jet A-1 & Avgas
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Slots
Slot required
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · LGIR
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 8,904 ft (2,714 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
| 12/30 | 5,138 ft (1,566 m) | 164 ft | asphalt | — |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at LGIR.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Heraklion/Iraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (LGIR / HER) in Heraklion, Greece, through one 24/7 OCC desk. LGIR is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at LGIR
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Greece
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Greece. Applicable permit lead times for Greece are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Greece are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at LGIR
Direct FBO and handler coordination at LGIR covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at LGIR
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at LGIR is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to LGIR
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for LGIR: 35° 20′ 23″ N 25° 10′ 49″ E; elevation 115 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Heraklion
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Heraklion. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at LGIR.
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Cargo Operations at LGIR
Support for freighter operations into LGIR covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
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Operating into LGIR?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Heraklion/Iraklion Nikos Kazantzakis — one desk for the whole trip.