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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Heraklion from £176

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — HER
14 12월 — 21 12월1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Heraklion
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Heraklion. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 11월 2025.

금 5/1206:00EDI - HER
2 stops9h 10mLufthansa
수 17/1215:30HER - EDI
1 stop9h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/11£176
금 5/1206:45EDI - HER
2 stops27h 40mMultiple Airlines
수 17/1215:00HER - EDI
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11£179
목 11/1216:10EDI - HER
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
목 18/1221:45HER - EDI
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£196
일 28/1220:20EDI - HER
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
일 4/106:00HER - EDI
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£404

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Heraklion

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Edinburgh (EDI) 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 11월 2025.

Round-trip from

£176

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£182

Good round-trip deal

£318 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 5/12-17/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 18h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to Heraklion
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt..
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh to Heraklion that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 14 11월 2025.
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Edinburgh

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Heraklion

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Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghHeraklion

EDI - HER

EDIHER

Edinburgh Turnhouse

금 5/12

06:00-17:10

2 stops9h 10m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

수 17/12

15:30-23:15

1 stop9h 45m

£176

EdinburghHeraklion

EDI - HER

EDIHER

Edinburgh Turnhouse

금 5/12

06:45-12:25

2 stops27h 40m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

수 17/12

15:00-07:20

2 stops18h 20m

£179

EdinburghHeraklion

EDI - HER

EDIHER

Edinburgh Turnhouse

목 11/12

20:05-19:20

3 stops21h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

목 18/12

21:45-16:35

2 stops20h 50m

£218

EdinburghHeraklion

EDI - HER

EDIHER

Edinburgh Turnhouse

수 7/1

19:50-21:05

2 stops23h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

일 11/1

21:45-20:25

3 stops24h 40m

£219

EdinburghHeraklion

EDI - HER

EDIHER

Edinburgh Turnhouse

화 12/5

13:50-11:55

2 stops20h 05m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

화 26/5

23:45-10:20

2 stops12h 35m

£226

EdinburghHeraklion

EDI - HER

EDIHER

Edinburgh Turnhouse

화 12/5

06:00-21:00

1 stop13h 00m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

화 26/5

21:50-08:30

1 stop12h 40m

£231

EdinburghHeraklion

EDI - HER

EDIHER

Edinburgh Turnhouse

화 12/5

17:55-08:50

1 stop12h 55m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

화 26/5

10:45-22:45

1 stop14h 00m

£250

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Deals found on 12/11

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Edinburgh to Heraklion. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

Booking 19 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Edinburgh to Heraklion. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Heraklion (average of £131). Flying from Edinburgh to Heraklion in December is currently the most expensive (average of £331). 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 EDI to HER?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh 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 11월 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Edinburgh to Heraklion is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

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 11월 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Jet2, Aegean Airlines, andeasyJet from Edinburgh to Heraklion have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
177 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
177 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
177 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very Good
817 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
177 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
easyJet
6.9
Okay
1,842 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
177 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,572 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
177 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,518 reviews
Jet2
8.3
Very Good
177 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 16
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

GVA - LBA

Good other than the 15-20 min walk to boarding gate from terminal.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Edinburgh to Heraklion flight route?

    Flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. have been viewed 172 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Heraklion?

    Lufthansa can get you from Edinburgh to Heraklion in just under 9h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Edinburgh to Heraklion is about 1954 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Edinburgh to Heraklion round-trip?

    Currently priced at £133, SWISS will fly you from Edinburgh to Heraklion and back. In addition to SWISS, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Lufthansa and Jet2 - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £183 and £203, respectively. SWISS is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Heraklion?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Edinburgh to Heraklion? While on average our users pay £340, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £220. The most popular route (Edinburgh Turnhouse - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.), is priced around £176.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Heraklion?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Heraklion (average of £131). Flying from Edinburgh to Heraklion in December is currently the most expensive (average of £331). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapest£133Average£219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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LufthansaCheapest£183Average£315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Jet2Cheapest£203Average£386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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easyJetCheapest£205Average£339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest£239Average£258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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British AirwaysCheapest£331Average£441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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