Can I fly direct from Amsterdam to Heraklion?

Yes, direct flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion are available. Historically, direct flights have accounted for approximately 44.6% of all flights on this route. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates a significant portion of flights offer the convenience of a direct journey.

How long does it take to fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion?

A direct flight from Amsterdam to Heraklion typically takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 2481 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases to approximately 8 hours and 5 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of choosing a direct option when available for this route.

How often do Amsterdam to Heraklion flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Amsterdam to Heraklion route show frequent drops. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find more favorable pricing. Monitoring prices over time can be beneficial for securing a better deal on this route.

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2026-12-09 – 2026-12-19
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Amsterdam to Heraklion: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion

The journey from Amsterdam to Heraklion covers a distance of 2481 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a flight that is longer than a short hop but typically shorter than intercontinental travel, often involving several hours in the air.

When looking for cheap flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion, fares typically range from $192 to $297, with a median price of $237. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking. Only 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a bargain may require more flexibility or waiting for better market conditions. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so consistent monitoring can be beneficial.

For travelers wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion, November stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $173. Following closely, September offers a median fare of $183, and August presents a median of $201. These months generally provide more budget-friendly options compared to other times of the year.

Regarding direct flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion, a meaningful share are non-stop, accounting for 44.6% of recent itineraries. For the remaining flights, most itineraries connect at least once, with a typical number of 1 stopover when a connection is involved. This offers travelers a choice between the convenience of a direct route and potentially more flexible or cheaper connecting options.

A typical journey from Amsterdam to Heraklion takes approximately 7h 20m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and those with one or more stopovers, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this medium-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Heraklion

Regular price: €230 - €441

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

The regular price range for flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion is 230 EUR to 441 EUR. The current lowest deal is 129 EUR with Transavia Holland for travel from Nov 21-Nov 25.

now 129 €

Low 230 €

High 441 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion

The cheapest month to fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion is November, with a median price of 173 USD. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of 315 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from 173 €

April

Most Expensive

Flights from 315 €

Jan

Feb

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Sep

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Direct flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion

Transavia Holland

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Heraklion

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Transavia Holland

303 €

188 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Transavia Holland

314 €

188 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Swiss International Air Lines

342 €

217 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Swiss International Air Lines

341 €

212 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Swiss International Air Lines

352 €

215 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Swiss International Air Lines

324 €

200 €

One-way

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

7 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 29

337 € → 159 €

53%

3 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 24

346 € → 171 €

51%

7 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 22

337 € → 164 €

51%

1 night

Sep 22 - Sep 23

346 € → 178 €

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion

Amsterdam - Heraklion route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Amsterdam to Heraklion are below the typical level at $129.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $173.

⏱️ Flight duration

Medium-haul flights average 7h 20m

Flights on this medium-haul route typically average 7h 20m, including stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Direct flights are available on 44.6% of recent routes, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Transavia Holland offers direct flights

Transavia Holland is one airline that offers direct flights for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, with good prices available 9% of the time.

Amsterdam main airports to depart from

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Cheapest

Amsterdam Airport Schiphol offers flights to Heraklion, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~15 km from Amsterdam (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Heraklion main airports to arrive at

Heraklion International (HER)

Cheapest

Heraklion International Airport is the primary gateway for travelers flying to Heraklion.

📍 ~5 km from Heraklion city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$161

Airports nearby Heraklion used as alternative

Chania International (CHQ)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$221

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Heraklion

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Heraklion

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion is typically 28-59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $213. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $307. Even booking more than 60 days out tends to be slightly more expensive, with an average price of $216.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Amsterdam to Heraklion is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $192. The median price for this route over the same period was $237. Prices tend to increase significantly for flights above this threshold, with 75% of observed prices being $297 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion are November, with a median price of $173, and September, with a median price of $183. August also presents a relatively lower median price of $201 compared to the annual median of $237. Travelers looking for more budget-friendly options should consider these months.

Amsterdam to Heraklion: Overview

Insights for flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion

How much is a round trip from Amsterdam to Heraklion

Regular price: €230 - €441

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

The regular price range for flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion is 230 EUR to 441 EUR. The current lowest deal is 129 EUR with Transavia Holland for travel from Nov 21-Nov 25.

now 129 €

Low 230 €

High 441 €

The cheapest time to fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion

November

Cheapest

Flights from 173 €

April

Most Expensive

Flights from 315 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion

Transavia Holland

Last-minute flights going from Amsterdam to Heraklion

Wed, Aug 19

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Transavia Holland

303 €

188 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Transavia Holland

314 €

188 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Swiss International Air Lines

342 €

217 €

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Swiss International Air Lines

341 €

212 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Swiss International Air Lines

352 €

215 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 7

⌛ Last-Minute

AMS - Heraklion

Amsterdam (AMS) - Heraklion (HER)

Swiss International Air Lines

324 €

200 €

One-way

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

7 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 29

337 € → 159 €

53%

3 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 24

346 € → 171 €

51%

7 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 22

337 € → 164 €

51%

1 night

Sep 22 - Sep 23

346 € → 178 €

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion