How many flights from Athens to Heraklion are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 70.3% of flights from Athens to Heraklion were non-stop. For flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was typically one. This indicates that direct flights are a common option for travelers on this route. The majority of available options historically have been non-stop, offering a more direct travel experience.

How many hours is the flight from Athens to Heraklion?

The typical direct flight from Athens to Heraklion has a median duration of 50 minutes. This route covers a distance of 309 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 8 hours and 55 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey, with direct options offering a significantly shorter travel time.

Should I set a price alert for Athens to Heraklion flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Athens to Heraklion have been classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good value fares occur regularly. Setting a price alert can be a beneficial strategy for travelers interested in this route. Given the frequent nature of deals, an alert could help travelers secure a favorable price when one becomes available.

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2027-01-12 – 2027-01-19
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Athens to Heraklion: Overview

Insights for flights from Athens to Heraklion

For cheap flights from Athens to Heraklion, fares typically range from $107–$256, with a median of $147. Right now, current fares are above the typical level.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Athens to Heraklion, April stands out with a median fare of $67. January is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $68, closely followed by March with a median of $71.

A typical journey from Athens to Heraklion takes approximately 1h 45m. This duration includes connections, though almost all itineraries are non-stop.

The route from Athens to Heraklion covers a distance of 309 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Athens to Heraklion

Regular price: €47 - €157

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

The regular price range for flights from Athens to Heraklion is between 47 EUR and 157 EUR. The current lowest deal is 57 EUR with Big Sky Airlines for travel from Jan 12-Jan 19.

now 57 €

Low 47 €

High 157 €

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 USD. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of 167 USD. Generally, prices are lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from 67 €

May

Most Expensive

Flights from 167 €

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Athens to Heraklion

Big Sky Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Heraklion

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

104 €

194 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

99 €

102 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

98 €

85 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

88 €

121 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

85 €

183 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

85 €

183 €

One-way

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

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

90 € → 69 €

23%

7 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 9

90 € → 72 €

21%

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

85 € → 68 €

20%

3 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 15

86 € → 69 €

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Heraklion

Athens - Heraklion route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Athens to Heraklion are above the typical level, with a median price of $147.

📅 Best time to fly

April, January, and March offer the lowest median prices

Historically, April ($67), January ($68), and March ($71) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights typically take 1h 45m

The median flight duration for direct routes from Athens to Heraklion is 1 hour 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights make up 70.3% of routes, with Big Sky Airlines offering direct deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Big Sky Airlines has direct flights available for the Athens to Heraklion route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Athens to Heraklion are frequent, appearing often within 30 days.

Athens main airports to depart from

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport offers direct flights to Heraklion, making it a convenient departure choice.

📍 ~20 km from Athens city center (reachable by car, metro, or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€57

Heraklion main airports to arrive at

Heraklion International (HER)

Cheapest

Heraklion International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Athens to Heraklion.

📍 ~3 km from Heraklion (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€57

Airports nearby Heraklion used as alternative

Chania International (CHQ)

Chania International is a major international hub on Crete, offering extensive European connections.

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

💸 Flights from ~€53

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Dec 18

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From ATH

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Dec 19

Heraklion, Greece

48% AI deal score

$354

$317

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From ATH

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Dec 19

Heraklion, Greece

47% AI deal score

$350

$317

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Business Class

From ATH

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Dec 18

Heraklion, Greece

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$350

$317

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From ATH

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Dec 18

Heraklion, Greece

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$350

$317

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Dec 08

Heraklion, Greece

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$347

$317

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Dec 12

Heraklion, Greece

47% AI deal score

$351

$317

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Business Class

From ATH

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Dec 12

Heraklion, Greece

47% AI deal score

$349

$317

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Business Class

From ATH

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Heraklion, Greece

47% AI deal score

$340

$317

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Heraklion

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Athens to Heraklion is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this window, the average price for a ticket is around $68. In contrast, purchasing tickets 0-6 days before departure sees an average price of $231, while tickets bought 7-13 days out average $206. Even booking 60+ days in advance can result in higher prices, averaging $223, indicating that very early booking is not always the most economical choice for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Athens to Heraklion is considered to be $107 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $147. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed being $256 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices at or below the $107 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Athens to Heraklion include April, with a median price of $67, and January, with a median price of $68. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $71. These months consistently show prices significantly lower than the annual median price of $147 for this route. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider planning their trips during these periods.

Athens to Heraklion: Overview

Insights for flights from Athens to Heraklion

For cheap flights from Athens to Heraklion, fares typically range from $107–$256, with a median of $147. Right now, current fares are above the typical level.

A typical journey from Athens to Heraklion takes approximately 1h 45m. This duration includes connections, though almost all itineraries are non-stop.

The route from Athens to Heraklion covers a distance of 309 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Athens to Heraklion

Regular price: €47 - €157

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

The regular price range for flights from Athens to Heraklion is between 47 EUR and 157 EUR. The current lowest deal is 57 EUR with Big Sky Airlines for travel from Jan 12-Jan 19.

now 57 €

Low 47 €

High 157 €

The cheapest time to fly from Athens to Heraklion

April

Cheapest

Flights from 67 €

May

Most Expensive

Flights from 167 €

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Athens to Heraklion

Big Sky Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Heraklion

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

104 €

194 €

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

99 €

102 €

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

98 €

85 €

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

88 €

121 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

85 €

183 €

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

ATH - Heraklion

Athens (ATH) - Heraklion (HER)

85 €

183 €

One-way

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

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

90 € → 69 €

23%

7 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 9

90 € → 72 €

21%

3 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 16

85 € → 68 €

20%

3 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 15

86 € → 69 €

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Heraklion

Athens - Heraklion route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Athens to Heraklion are above the typical level, with a median price of $147.

📅 Best time to fly

April, January, and March offer the lowest median prices

Historically, April ($67), January ($68), and March ($71) have offered the lowest median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights typically take 1h 45m

The median flight duration for direct routes from Athens to Heraklion is 1 hour 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights make up 70.3% of routes, with Big Sky Airlines offering direct deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Big Sky Airlines has direct flights available for the Athens to Heraklion route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Athens to Heraklion are frequent, appearing often within 30 days.

Athens main airports to depart from

Athens International (ATH)

Cheapest

Athens International Airport offers direct flights to Heraklion, making it a convenient departure choice.

📍 ~20 km from Athens city center (reachable by car, metro, or bus)

💸 Flights from ~€57

Heraklion main airports to arrive at

Heraklion International (HER)

Cheapest

Heraklion International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Athens to Heraklion.

📍 ~3 km from Heraklion (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~€57

Airports nearby Heraklion used as alternative

Chania International (CHQ)

Chania International is a major international hub on Crete, offering extensive European connections.

Heraklion, Greece

47% AI deal score

$340

$317

Save $23

Aegean Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Heraklion

Cheap Flights from Athens to Heraklion

Today’s best flight deals from Athens to Heraklion

Athens to Heraklion: Overview

Insights for flights from Athens to Heraklion

How much is a round trip from Athens to Heraklion

The cheapest time to fly from Athens to Heraklion

Direct flights from Athens to Heraklion

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Heraklion

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

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Heraklion

Athens - Heraklion route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April, January, and March offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights typically take 1h 45m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Athens main airports to depart from

Heraklion main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Heraklion used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Heraklion

Best Elite deals to Heraklion

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Heraklion

When should I buy Athens to Heraklion tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Heraklion?

How many flights from Athens to Heraklion are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from Athens to Heraklion?

Should I set a price alert for Athens to Heraklion flights?

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Athens to Heraklion: Overview

Insights for flights from Athens to Heraklion

How much is a round trip from Athens to Heraklion

The cheapest time to fly from Athens to Heraklion

Direct flights from Athens to Heraklion

Last-minute flights going from Athens to Heraklion

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

Popular Airports to fly from Athens to Heraklion

Athens - Heraklion route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April, January, and March offer the lowest median prices

Direct flights typically take 1h 45m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Big Sky Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Athens main airports to depart from

Heraklion main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Heraklion used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Heraklion

Best Elite deals to Heraklion

Dec 18

Dec 19

Dec 19

Dec 17

Dec 19

Dec 19

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Heraklion

When should I buy Athens to Heraklion tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Athens to Heraklion?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Heraklion?