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£38+ Cheap flights to Heraklion

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— HER
10 Mar — 17 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Heraklion in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Heraklion
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Heraklion. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 February 2026.

Thu 12/307:50
STN
-
HER
2 stops13h 30m
Ryanair
Sun 15/307:30
HER
-
STN
1 stop9h 15m
Ryanair
Deal found 6/2£128
Wed 22/415:50
LTN
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HER
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/422:15
HER
-
LTN
1 stop14h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2£128
Fri 17/407:15
LGW
-
HER
Nonstop3h 55m
easyJet
Tue 5/523:40
HER
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 00m
easyJet
Deal found 7/2£128
Sat 14/315:40
STN
-
HER
2 stops13h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/308:35
HER
-
STN
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2£129
Mon 11/508:15
LTN
-
HER
2 stops23h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 14/512:45
HER
-
LTN
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2£129
Thu 7/522:10
LGW
-
HER
Nonstop3h 55m
easyJet
Tue 19/501:35
HER
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 00m
easyJet
Deal found 8/2£129
Fri 17/418:25
LGW
-
HER
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 24/405:00
HER
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2£129
Wed 15/415:50
LTN
-
HER
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 22/423:20
HER
-
LTN
1 stop17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2£130
Wed 22/417:45
LGW
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HER
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/408:40
HER
-
LGW
1 stop5h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2£130
Mon 23/317:15
STN
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HER
1 stop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/314:20
HER
-
STN
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2£131
Sun 22/314:30
LTN
-
HER
1 stop7h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 30/322:35
HER
-
LTN
Nonstop4h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2£131
Fri 17/408:40
LGW
-
HER
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 21/423:40
HER
-
LGW
Nonstop4h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2£131

Find flight deals to Heraklion

Find the latest flights to Heraklion in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 8 February 2026.

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£128

One-way from

£38

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Average price

£198

Good round-trip deal

£177 or less

Good one-way deal

£118 or less
Ryanair
  • Ryanair
  • 12/3-15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 45m total
  • London to Heraklion
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  • easyJet
  • 14/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • London to Heraklion
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Return

Price

LondonHeraklion

LGW - HER

LGWHER

London Gatwick

Fri 17/4

07:15-13:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 22/4

00:45-02:45

Nonstop4h 00m

£128

LondonHeraklion

STN - HER

STNHER

London Stansted

Sat 14/3

15:40-07:05

2 stops13h 25m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 31/3

08:35-23:50

2 stops17h 15m

£129

LondonHeraklion

LTN - HER

LTNHER

London Luton

Mon 11/5

08:15-09:15

2 stops23h 00m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 14/5

12:45-20:45

1 stop10h 00m

£129

LondonHeraklion

LGW - HER

LGWHER

London Gatwick

Wed 15/4

17:45-23:45

Nonstop4h 00m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 22/4

20:20-07:00

1 stop12h 40m

£129

LondonHeraklion

LTN - HER

LTNHER

London Luton

Wed 15/4

15:50-21:55

Nonstop4h 05m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 22/4

23:20-15:00

1 stop17h 40m

£130

LondonHeraklion

LTN - HER

LTNHER

London Luton

Wed 8/4

19:50-12:20

2 stops14h 30m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 29/4

22:40-00:50

Nonstop4h 10m

£134

LondonHeraklion

STN - HER

STNHER

London Stansted

Thu 12/3

07:50-23:20

1 stop13h 30m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 15/3

07:30-14:45

1 stop9h 15m

£135

LondonHeraklion

LGW - HER

LGWHER

London Gatwick

Tue 16/6

18:40-00:40

Nonstop4h 00m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 22/6

23:35-08:30

1 stop10h 55m

£137

LondonHeraklion

STN - HER

STNHER

London Stansted

Sat 28/2

15:40-07:05

2 stops13h 25m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 2/3

13:30-23:45

2 stops12h 15m

£139

LondonHeraklion

STN - HER

STNHER

London Stansted

Mon 6/4

05:55-13:55

1 stop6h 00m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 16/4

14:20-22:05

1 stop9h 45m

£140

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Heraklion

How long is the flight to Heraklion?

On average, a flight from London to Heraklion takes 5 hours 6 minutes. Flights to Heraklion from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Heraklion?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Heraklion. Price data was last updated on 31 January 2026.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Heraklion should consider flying on Friday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Heraklion?

The most popular airlines flying from London to Heraklion are easyJet, British Airways and Jet2.

easyJet
easyJet
From £90
Jet2
Jet2
From £94
British Airways
British Airways
From £206
TUI Airways
TUI Airways
From £90

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Heraklion?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Heraklion are Corendon Airlines Europe, easyJet and Jet2.

Reviews of airlines servicing Heraklion

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heraklion. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Heraklion. Reviews last updated 8 February 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jet2, Aegean Airlines, andeasyJet to Greece. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jet2
8.2
Very Good
181 reviews
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Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.
Jet2
8.2
Very Good
181 reviews
Jet2
8.2
Very Good
181 reviews
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Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
850 reviews
Jet2
8.2
Very Good
181 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,869 reviews
Jet2
8.2
Very Good
181 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,721 reviews
Jet2
8.2
Very Good
181 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Irene,Feb 2026

ALC - EMA

I always fly with Jet 2...I have never had a bad flight with them. From arriving at the airport, to the checking in has been trouble free. My last flight I booked my seat, I dont normally if im travelling on my own, the plane was full so im pleased I did. The flight was smooth on take off and landing.

FAQs about flying to Heraklion

Heraklion airport overview

Named after Nikos Kazantzakis, the local philosopher and writer, Heraklion International Airport is Greece’s second-busiest airport, serving around five million passengers per year. Located 5km (3 miles) east of Crete’s main city, Heraklion, the eastern end of its runway lies just a few metres from the island’s shoreline, making landings and take-offs an exciting experience for first-time visitors.

A small but busy airport, most travellers taking flights to Heraklion International will see the airport briefly as they move on to other parts of Crete. The airport will cease to exist in the near future as a brand new airport, currently being built in Kastelli Pediados, is scheduled for completion in 2015.

As Heraklion International shares its space with a military base taking photographs or videos of the exterior of the airport, particularly its airfield, is prohibited.

Queues sometimes lead out the doors when it’s busy. This can prove unpleasant when it’s hot, so keep some drinks and sun-block handy if you’re heading to Crete in summer.

  • What is the climate like in Heraklion?

    Getting to and from Heraklion International Airport (HER), otherwise known as Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, is relatively easy with plenty of transportation links into the city. A regular bus service is in operation outside the airport, as is a local taxi rank. Both are available and can take you directly into the city. Whilst the taxi service is reliable, it’s always best to agree on a fee beforehand.

  • What is the best way to travel around Heraklion?

    A large and heavily populated city, Heraklion has a good public transport system. For a small fee the local bus route offers trips as far as Knossos. Whilst most attractions can be reached on foot, taxis can easily be hired for a pre-agreed price. You’ll find these stands near to squares, such as Lion Square. If you prefer, there are also a number of rental companies within the airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Heraklion?

    If you book a flight to Heraklion, you will be flying into N. Kazantzakis Apt., which is the city’s only airport. Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER) is located 1.7 mi from the center of Heraklion.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Heraklion if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Heraklion on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Heraklion?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Corendon Airlines Europe is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Heraklion.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Heraklion?

    Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Heraklion. One-way flights to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. typically cost £36, while return flights cost around £52.

  • How much is a return flight to Heraklion?

    A return flight to Heraklion will typically cost around £105, however they can be found for as little as £52.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Heraklion depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Heraklion, Norwich Arpt offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.?

    Yes. Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. New and modern apartment near heraklion city airport &sea is the closest property to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (0.0 mi away from Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.).

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