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Heraklion.56 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 56 €, select.

Heraklion.62 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 May, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Tue, 12 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 62 €, select.

Heraklion.62 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Dec, returning Thu, 8 Jan.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Athens International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 62 €, select.

Heraklion.68 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 68 €, select.

Heraklion.68 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 68 €, select.

Heraklion.68 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 2 Dec.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 68 €, select.

Heraklion.68 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 68 €, select.

Heraklion.68 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan, returning Fri, 9 Jan.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Athens International on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 9 Jan, arriving in Athens International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 68 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Athens International to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Direct flights from Athens International to Crete Heraklion

Athens International to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Athens International to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Athens to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	56 €
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	53 mins
Most popular airline	Aegean Airlines
Average flights per week	124

Finding cheap flights from Athens International to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Athens International to Crete Heraklion?

The best price we found for a return flight from Athens International to Crete Heraklion is 56 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Athens International to Crete Heraklion?

53 minutes is the average flight time from Athens International to Crete Heraklion.

Which airlines fly direct from Athens International to Crete Heraklion?

Aegean Airlines, SKY express and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Athens International to Crete Heraklion.

How many flights are there a week from Athens International to Crete Heraklion?

As of June 2025, there are 99 flights per week flying from Athens International to Crete Heraklion.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Athens International to Crete Heraklion?

The cheapest month to fly from Athens International to Crete Heraklion is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Athens International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Athens International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 53 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Crete Heraklion?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Heraklion but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Heraklion?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Athens International Airport to Crete Heraklion with?

Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 55 minutes.
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Athens.
Every week, there are 103 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport flights. To jet off early, take the 06:35 Aegean Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 23:35 with Aegean Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your ATH to HER flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
You can travel nonstop to Heraklion, Greece. Take to the skies with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ATH and HER:
- Rhodes Airport
- Thessaloniki International Airport
- Larnaca International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Heraklion Airport (HER)

39 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts at 56 €. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book six months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ATH to HER.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from ATH to HER.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

Of the departures from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, 77.19% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Athens to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near ATH? If you've booked an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)

Consider staying in a hotel near HER if you have a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are popular providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 15 minutes.

When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)

It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to visit Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

Heraklion has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Greece you should also see. About 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Time for another stop? Head for Acharnes. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and boasts highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.