Q: How many flights are there between Athens and Heraklion per day?

Each day, there are between 13 and 14 direct flights that take off from Athens and land in Heraklion, with an average flight time of 0h 53m. The most common departure time is 20:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 92 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: What’s the earliest departure time from Athens to Heraklion?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Athens at 06:35 and will be landing in Heraklion at 07:30.

Question 1

How many flights are there between Athens and Heraklion per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 13 and 14 direct flights that take off from Athens and land in Heraklion, with an average flight time of 0h 53m. The most common departure time is 20:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 92 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

What’s the earliest departure time from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Athens at 06:35 and will be landing in Heraklion at 07:30.

Question 3

What’s the latest departure time from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Athens to Heraklion jets off at 23:50 and lands at 00:40.

Question 4

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Athens to Heraklion flight route.

Question 5

Which airline alliances offer flights from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Athens and Heraklion, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 6

On which days can I fly direct from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Athens to Heraklion on a daily basis.

Question 7

What is the quickest way from Heraklion International Airport to downtown?

Accepted Answer

Once you land at Heraklion International Airport (HER) from Athens, you will have two transfer options to the city center: taxis and buses. Although taxis are more costly, they offer the quickest connection to downtown Heraklion within about 10 minutes. On the other hand, buses cover the journey in approximately 35 minutes. Remember that the time might change depending on traffic.

Question 8

What is the carry-on weight limit for airlines flying between Athens and Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Typically, the hand luggage weight limit varies depending on the airline, and it might be best to confirm with your carrier before traveling. For example, Aegean allows only one carry-on bag weighing up to 8 kg, while Volotea has a 10 kg weight limit.

Question 9

Can I upgrade my seat on airlines flying between Athens and Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Most airlines serving the Athens-Heraklion route allow passengers to upgrade their economy seats to Business or First Class. Usually, they will announce during reservation, check-in, or when passing through the gate. It is thus imperative to be attentive if you are interested. Business and First-Class cabins guarantee luxury and comfort.

Question 10

Which nearby cities can I visit after landing at Heraklion International Airport?

Accepted Answer

Heraklion International Airport (HER) serves many other towns in the neighborhood apart from Heraklion. If you intend to explore destinations such as Yeryeri, Analipsis, Panormos, Anoyia, and Neapolis, you will first have to arrive at HER before getting there by taxi, bus, or car rental.

Question 11

What is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Athens to Heraklion is January, where tickets cost ₹ 7,123 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 11,672 and ₹ 11,157 respectively.

Question 12

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Athens to Heraklion. <a href='/flight-routes/Athens-Eleftherios-V--ATH/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 13

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Heraklion from Athens is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Athens-Eleftherios-V--ATH/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 14

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Heraklion with an airline and back to Athens with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Athens-Eleftherios-V--ATH/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Heraklion from Athens up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Athens-Eleftherios-V--ATH/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 16

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Athens and Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 17

How far in advance should I book a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Athens to Heraklion, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Heraklion?

The cheapest month for flights from Athens to Heraklion is January, where tickets cost ₹ 7,123 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 11,672 and ₹ 11,157 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

To get a below average price on the flight from Athens to Heraklion, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Athens and Heraklion?

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Athens and Heraklion per day?

What’s the earliest departure time from Athens to Heraklion?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Athens at 06:35 and will be landing in Heraklion at 07:30.

What’s the latest departure time from Athens to Heraklion?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Athens to Heraklion jets off at 23:50 and lands at 00:40.

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What is the carry-on weight limit for airlines flying between Athens and Heraklion?

Typically, the hand luggage weight limit varies depending on the airline, and it might be best to confirm with your carrier before traveling. For example, Aegean allows only one carry-on bag weighing up to 8 kg, while Volotea has a 10 kg weight limit.

Can I upgrade my seat on airlines flying between Athens and Heraklion?

Which nearby cities can I visit after landing at Heraklion International Airport?

Heraklion International Airport (HER) serves many other towns in the neighborhood apart from Heraklion. If you intend to explore destinations such as Yeryeri, Analipsis, Panormos, Anoyia, and Neapolis, you will first have to arrive at HER before getting there by taxi, bus, or car rental.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Athens to Heraklion?

The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Athens to Heraklion flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Athens to Heraklion?

Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Athens and Heraklion, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Athens to Heraklion?

There are direct flights from Athens to Heraklion on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Athens to Heraklion?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Athens to Heraklion.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Athens to Heraklion?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Heraklion from Athens is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Athens to Heraklion?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Heraklion with an airline and back to Athens with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Heraklion from Athens up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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