Travelling from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Heraklion is one hour ahead of Cologne and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from CGN to HER start at 03:50 — the first with Eurowings. The last service of the day is at 16:30 with LEAV Aviation. In total, you can take your pick of 45 weekly Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CGN to HER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Eurowings has direct flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
Eurowings has the highest passenger demand on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between CGN and HER include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is 50 €. A round-trip fare is currently 114 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from CGN to HER, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CGN to HER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
When it comes to Cologne Bonn Airport's on-time performance, 74.45% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cologne to Cologne Bonn Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to CGN:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Heraklion and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Heraklion Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to the centre of Heraklion has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn 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).
Look for cheap tickets from CGN to HER in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Heraklion, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Travel around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its leading sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, your itinerary will be busy.
Travel 338 kilometres north from Heraklion to reach Acharnes, another well-known stop in Greece. Kick off your sightseeing at Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.