Question 1

How long does a flight from Istanbul to Heraklion take?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Istanbul generally make it to Heraklion in 1h 30m. The flying distance between the two cities is 453 miles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Istanbul Airport and Heraklion per day?

Accepted Answer

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Istanbul Airport and lands in Heraklion, with an average flight time of 1h 30m. The most common departure time is 12:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 2 flights. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion was £103 for a one-way ticket and £133 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/Istanbul-IST/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Istanbul airport is called Istanbul and the only airport in Heraklion is Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.. <a href='/flight-routes/Istanbul-IST/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Istanbul Airport at 12:55 and will be landing in Heraklion at 13:25.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion jets off at 23:55 and lands at 00:25.

Question 7

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Heraklion flight route.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

You can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Heraklion on Monday, and Thursday.

Question 9

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion is November, where tickets cost £116 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £219 and £210 respectively.

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion is November, where tickets cost £116 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £219 and £210 respectively.

Question 11

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Heraklion. <a href='/flight-routes/Istanbul-IST/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Istanbul-IST/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 14

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul 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 Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Istanbul-IST/Heraklion-N-Kazantzakis-Apt--HER'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 15

How often are flights from Istanbul to Heraklion delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Istanbul and Heraklion historically see delays in approximately 46% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 91 minutes.

Question 16

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Heraklion flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Aegean Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 47% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 17

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Sunday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Tuesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 18

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Heraklion flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 19

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Istanbul Airport 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 20

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Istanbul Airport 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 21

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Question 23

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £219 on average.

Question 24

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £219 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion is November, where tickets cost £116 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £219 and £210 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £219 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

How often are flights from Istanbul to Heraklion delayed?

Weekly flights between Istanbul and Heraklion historically see delays in approximately 46% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 91 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to Heraklion flights?

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Statistically, Sunday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Tuesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to Heraklion flights?

Based on our data, Aegean Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 47% of their flights encountering any delays.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Istanbul Airport 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 long does a flight from Istanbul to Heraklion take?

Direct flights from Istanbul generally make it to Heraklion in 1h 30m. The flying distance between the two cities is 453 miles.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Istanbul Airport at 12:55 and will be landing in Heraklion at 13:25.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion jets off at 23:55 and lands at 00:25.

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How many flights are there between Istanbul Airport and Heraklion per day?

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Istanbul Airport and lands in Heraklion, with an average flight time of 1h 30m. The most common departure time is 12:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 2 flights.

What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion was £103 for a one-way ticket and £133 for a return.

Which airports will I be using when flying from Istanbul to Heraklion?

Istanbul airport is called Istanbul and the only airport in Heraklion is Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt..

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Heraklion?

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Heraklion flight route.

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

You can catch a direct flight from Istanbul to Heraklion on Monday, and Thursday.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Heraklion.

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

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

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul 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 Istanbul with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul 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 Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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