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Cheap flights from Athens to Heraklion from £45

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 15/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATH — HER
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Athens Eleftherios V. to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. are usually found in January or February, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Athens to Heraklion

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£75

One-way from

£45

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£107

Good one-way deal

£63 or less
Aegean Airlines
  • Aegean Airlines
  • 28/8-12/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • Athens to Heraklion
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Sky Express
  • Sky Express
  • 15/11
  • Nonstop
  • 0h 50m total
  • Athens to Heraklion
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£8 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Athens to Heraklion
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Athens to Heraklion. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 August 2025.

Thu 28/821:50ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Fri 12/923:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 13/8£75
Wed 3/923:35ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Wed 10/923:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 12/8£76
Wed 1/1021:50ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Mon 6/1023:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 12/8£77
Tue 21/1023:35ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Thu 23/1023:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 14/8£78
Mon 15/906:35ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 55mAegean Airlines
Mon 15/923:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 12/8£83
Fri 3/1021:50ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Mon 13/1023:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 14/8£84
Fri 29/806:35ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 55mAegean Airlines
Tue 9/923:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 12/8£89
Mon 29/906:35ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 55mAegean Airlines
Sun 5/1023:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 12/8£92
Mon 22/921:50ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Fri 26/923:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 12/8£97
Tue 2/906:35ATH - HER
Nonstop0h 55mAegean Airlines
Sat 6/923:20HER - ATH
Nonstop0h 50mAegean Airlines
Deal found 12/8£99

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Athens to Heraklion that are best for you.

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AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 28/8

21:50-22:40

Nonstop0h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Fri 12/9

23:20-00:10

Nonstop0h 50m

£75

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sun 21/9

06:35-07:30

Nonstop0h 55m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 23/9

21:50-22:40

Nonstop0h 50m

£76

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 8/9

23:35-00:25

Nonstop0h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 18/9

23:20-00:10

Nonstop0h 50m

£76

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 3/9

23:35-00:25

Nonstop0h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 10/9

23:20-00:10

Nonstop0h 50m

£76

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Mon 20/10

06:35-07:30

Nonstop0h 55m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 22/10

23:20-00:10

Nonstop0h 50m

£77

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/10

21:50-22:40

Nonstop0h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 6/10

23:20-00:10

Nonstop0h 50m

£77

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Wed 1/10

21:50-22:40

Nonstop0h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 4/10

23:20-00:10

Nonstop0h 50m

£77

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Thu 16/10

23:35-00:25

Nonstop0h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 20/10

23:20-00:10

Nonstop0h 50m

£77

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Tue 21/10

23:35-00:25

Nonstop0h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 23/10

23:20-00:10

Nonstop0h 50m

£78

AthensHeraklion

ATH - HER

ATHHER

Athens Eleftherios V.

Sat 15/11

07:30-08:20

Nonstop0h 50m

£45

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Best time to book a flight from Athens to Heraklion

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Athens to Heraklion

How far ahead should I book a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Athens to Heraklion. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Athens to Heraklion may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Heraklion (average of £218). Flying from Athens to Heraklion in August is currently the most expensive (average of £424). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ATH to HER?

Find hourly flight availability from Athens to Heraklion. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Athens to Heraklion in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Athens to Heraklion

Explore weekly flight availability from Athens to Heraklion. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 14 August 2025.

The most flights from ATH to HER are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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 14 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, andVolotea from Athens to Heraklion. 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.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
781 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
781 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
781 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Sky Express
7.5
Good
116 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
781 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Volotea
7.2
Good
559 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very Good
781 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Athens to Heraklion?

    Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Heraklion from Athens Eleftherios V.. Booking flights from Eleftherios V. (ATH) to N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER) should be relatively easy as there are 17 daily flights to Heraklion from 3 different airlines. 0h 50m is how long a flight from Athens to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Athens to Heraklion flight route?

    The Athens Eleftherios V. to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. flight path was viewed by 21 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Athens to Heraklion round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Athens to Heraklion is Aegean Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £75 on this airline. Aegean Airlines is 10% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Athens to Heraklion?

    Consider Etihad Airways (46%), Air Canada (42%) or Aegean Airlines (41%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Athens to Heraklion.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Athens to Heraklion?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £47. While the most popular route (Athens Eleftherios V. - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.) can be booked for £120 on average our data indicates £86 when flying from Athens to Heraklion.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Athens to Heraklion that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Athens to Heraklion flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Athens to Heraklion?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Athens to Heraklion.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Athens to Heraklion?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Athens to Heraklion by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Athens to Heraklion (average of £218). Flying from Athens to Heraklion in August is currently the most expensive (average of £424). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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