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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Heraklion:

• Earliest: departs at 06:35 and lands at 07:27
• Latest: departs at 23:45 and lands at 00:37.

The flight takes about 52m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Heraklion:

• Economy class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Athens to Heraklion takes 52m, covering 192 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from Athens to Heraklion range from £75 to £111, with an average of £90 over the past 12 months. Anything below £75 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the £90 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £90 return, compared with £351 via a stopover through Parikia Paros (PAS).

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £9–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

Evening is the busiest departure period on Athens to Heraklion flights, with 36% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 28%, Afternoon flights for 27%, and Night flights for 9%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £64 to £554. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Athens to Heraklion are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £112, which is 86% above the typical average for this route.

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport (HER) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Right Cars
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• Centauro
• Europcar
• Final Rentals

Flights from Athens to Heraklion usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to Heraklion route, 25% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 14m.

Most connecting flights from Athens to Heraklion pass through Parikia Paros (PAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Athens to Heraklion. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £84 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at £93, a difference of £9.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Athens and Heraklion. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Aegean Airlines
• Sky Express

Among airlines operating Athens to Heraklion flights:

• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Sky Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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.

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.

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.

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.