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Cheapest return flight
£181
Typical prices: £209-£325
Lufthansa
Sun 2/12Tue 11/12
MAD - HER • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£71
Typical prices: £111-£164
easyJet
Tue 13/11
MAD - HER • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madrid and Heraklion. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
9 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Brussels Bruxelles-National (BRU)
Cheapest • Avg £133 (return)
Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH)
Shortest trip • 6h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madrid to Heraklion (MAD-HER)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Madrid to Heraklion

Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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06:05 - 15:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
7h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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15:50 - 23:55HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
9h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£181Lufthansa
Fri, 5 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 15:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
7h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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13:15 - 23:35HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
11h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£182Lufthansa
Fri, 5 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 15:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
7h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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13:15 - 23:55HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
11h 40m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
£191Lufthansa
Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 15:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
7h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
15:50 - 23:55HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
9h 05m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
£194Lufthansa
Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 10:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
14h 00m1 stop Zurich
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15:25 - 23:35HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
9h 10m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£197Multiple Airlines
Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Lufthansa Logo
06:05 - 15:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
7h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
15:50 - 23:35HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
8h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£205Lufthansa
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Aegean Airlines Logo
18:15 - 10:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
15h 35m1 stop Athens Eleftherios V.
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09:40 - 17:25HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
8h 45m2 stops Thessaloniki Makedonia Athens Eleftherios V.
£215Aegean Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:30 - 10:30MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
14h 00m1 stop Zurich
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18:10 - 23:35HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
6h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£226Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Lufthansa Logo
18:35 - 15:00MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
19h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
15:50 - 23:35HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
8h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£233Lufthansa
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Aegean Airlines Logo
18:15 - 12:50MAD  Madrid Barajas-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
17h 35m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Thessaloniki Makedonia
Aegean Airlines Logo
09:40 - 17:25HER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-MAD Madrid Barajas
8h 45m2 stops Thessaloniki Makedonia Athens Eleftherios V.
£236Aegean Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Madrid to Heraklion flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Madrid to Heraklion?

Return flights from Madrid to Heraklion typically range from £209 to £325. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £181 on Lufthansa.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Heraklion?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madrid to Heraklion. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Madrid to Heraklion at £195 return.
•March (£340) and August (£318) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madrid to Heraklion the cheapest?

Flights from Madrid to Heraklion are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Madrid to Heraklion flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£71
Beat the crowds with an average 84% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 150% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Madrid to Heraklion

When to book flights from Madrid to Heraklion

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madrid to Heraklion based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Madrid to Heraklion flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Madrid to Heraklion?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Madrid to Heraklion.

  • How long is a flight from Madrid to Heraklion?

    A direct flight from Madrid to Heraklion takes 00m, covering 1,598 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madrid to Heraklion?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Madrid to Heraklion flight?

    Return flights from Madrid to Heraklion range from £209 to £325, with an average of £262 over the past 12 months. Anything below £209 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Madrid to Heraklion flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the £262 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Madrid to Heraklion changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £181 to £665. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Madrid to Heraklion looking right now?

    One-way fares from Madrid to Heraklion are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £71, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport (HER)?

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Madrid to Heraklion?

    Flights from Madrid to Heraklion usually depart from Madrid Barajas (MAD) and arrive at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Madrid to Heraklion pass through?

    One-stop flights from Madrid to Heraklion most commonly connect through:

    • Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) – 68% of one-stop connections
    • Milan Malpensa (MXP) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Madrid to Heraklion?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Madrid to Heraklion. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £228 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £303, a difference of £75.

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Madrid to Heraklion?

    Flying via Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 53m, compared to 7h 04m via Marseille (MRS) and 7h 13m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC).

  • What is the time difference between Madrid and Heraklion?

    Heraklion is 1 hour ahead of Madrid (Eastern European Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Madrid to Heraklion flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £228, about £75 less than Sunday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madrid to Heraklion trip for February. Fares historically average £195 return in that month – typically £145 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport.

    • Sofia Hotel
    • Athinaikon
    • Poseidon Hotel

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