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June 23 - June 27

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Best

Earliest

ATH - Heraklion

$103

$66

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October 6 - October 14

Cheapest

ATH - Heraklion

$85

$66

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June 29 - July 9

ATH - Heraklion

$85

$71

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June 29 - July 15

ATH - Heraklion

$81

$71

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June 29 - July 13

ATH - Heraklion

$82

$71

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June 29 - July 7

ATH - Heraklion

$89

$71

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June 29 - July 16

ATH - Heraklion

$81

$71

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June 29 - July 2

ATH - Heraklion

$97

$71

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June 29 - July 14

ATH - Heraklion

$82

$71

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July 10 - July 11

ATH - Heraklion

$100

$72

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Insights for flights from Athens to Heraklion

Fares for flights from Athens to Heraklion typically range from $78 to $215, with a median of $131. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, indicating frequent opportunities for savings.

For those seeking cheap flights from Athens to Heraklion, the data indicates that April is the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of just $67. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $68, followed closely by March at $71. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

A typical journey from Athens to Heraklion takes approximately 1h 45m, including any connections. This reflects the overall travel time you can expect for this route. The distance between Athens and Heraklion is 309 km, categorizing it as a short-haul flight.

When flying from Athens to Heraklion, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights accounting for 75.7% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include a stop, the typical number of connections is 1.

How much is a round trip from Athens to Heraklion

Regular price: $82 - $177

Prices for flights from Athens to Heraklion are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between $82 and $177. The current lowest deal is $66 with Big Sky Airlines, for travel from Jun 23-Jun 27.

now $66

Low $82

High $177

The cheapest time to fly from Athens to Heraklion

The cheapest month to fly from Athens to Heraklion is April, with a median price of $67. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $167. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

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Flights from $67

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Flights from $167

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Direct flights from Athens to Heraklion

Big Sky Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Heraklion

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

Big Sky Airlines

$99

$75

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

Big Sky Airlines

$99

$74

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

Big Sky Airlines

$111

$74

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

Big Sky Airlines

$110

$75

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

Aegean Airlines

$111

$81

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

Big Sky Airlines

$103

$66

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Athens to Heraklion

8 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 9

$185 → $74

60%

1 night

Aug 20 - Aug 21

$212 → $108

49%

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$208 → $108

48%

4 nights

Jul 1 - Jul 5

$195 → $96

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Heraklion

Athens - Heraklion route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Athens to Heraklion are above the typical level of $131.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $67.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m

The median flight time for this short-haul route is 1 hour and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

75.7% of recent deals are for direct flights, with frequent deals available daily.

🏆 Airline highlight

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Big Sky Airlines has offered direct flights from Athens to Heraklion recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in April or January

Historically, April ($67) and January ($68) offer the lowest median prices.

Athens main airports to depart from

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International is a convenient option for flights to Heraklion, offering competitive prices for your journey.

📍 ~25 km from Athens city center (reachable by car, metro, or suburban rail)

💸 Flights from ~$66

Heraklion main airports to arrive at

Heraklion International (HER)

Cheapest

Heraklion International Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Heraklion and surrounding areas.

📍 ~5 km from Heraklion city center.

💸 Flights from ~$66

Airports nearby Heraklion used as alternative

Chania International (CHQ)

Chania International Airport is a practical alternative on the same island with extensive European connections.

📍 ~135 km from Heraklion (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$55

Sitia Public (JSH)

Sitia Public Airport is on the same island, but has a very limited flight schedule.

📍 ~90 km from Heraklion (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$93

Santorini (Thira) National (JTR)

Cheapest

Santorini (Thira) National Airport offers good flight connectivity but requires a ferry transfer.

📍 ~120 km from Heraklion (reachable by ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$36

Mykonos Island National (JMK)

Mykonos Island National Airport is a major international hub, requiring significant travel time via sea.

📍 ~170 km from Heraklion (reachable by ferry)

💸 Flights from ~$83

Kos Island International (KGS)

Kos Island International Airport is difficult to reach from Crete without multiple transfers.

📍 ~250 km from Heraklion

💸 Flights from ~$91

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Heraklion

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Athens to Heraklion is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $68. In contrast, booking 0-6 days out saw average prices rise to $231. For those booking 7-13 days in advance, the average price was $206, indicating that earlier booking within the recommended window generally offers better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Athens to Heraklion was considered to be $78 or less. The median price for this route was $131. Prices can vary, with 75% of prices observed being $215 or less. This threshold of $78 represents the lower quartile of prices observed over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Athens to Heraklion were April, with a median price of $67, and January, with a median price of $68. March also offered competitive prices, with a median of $71. The annual median price for this route was $131, indicating significant savings are possible by flying in these months.

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