Flights from Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER)

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Cheapest Flights from Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER)

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SKY express
Tue., 16 Sep. - Sat., 20 Sep.
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
HER
Nikos Kazantzakis
AU$271 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$271
Return
found 1 day ago
Select SKY express flight, departing Tue., 16 Sep. from Eleftherios Venizelos to Nikos Kazantzakis, returning Sat., 20 Sep., priced at AU$271 found 1 day ago

Athens to Heraklion Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Athens to Heraklion flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top ATH to HER routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

Athens to Heraklion Information

Traveling From
Eleftherios Venizelos
Origin Airport
Athens
Origin Airport IATA Code
ATH
Traveling To
Nikos Kazantzakis
Destination Airport
Heraklion
Destination Airport IATA Code
HER
Number of Airlines Serving
4
Average Flight Time
0 hours 53 mins
Direct Flight Time
0 hours 50 mins
Flight Price
AU$271

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Athens International Airport to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)?
You’ll hardly have time to finish your favourite podcast before touching down at Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER). The typical flight time from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) is a short and sweet 51 minutes.
What airlines fly direct from Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) to Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis"?
You don’t have to fret about boring stopovers or your bags going astray. Take your pick of a handful of airlines operating direct flights from Athens International Airport to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), including Aegean Airlines and Sky Express.
How many flights are there from ATH to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER)?
Nope, you won’t have to work your hard-earned holiday time around your flight from Spata-Artemida to Heraklion. That’s because there are 9 daily flights to choose from. How’s that for choice?
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
Heraklion ,
Greece
IATA code:
HER
Longitude:
25.174193
Latitude:
35.33663
Time zone:
Europe/Athens
Address:
Athens ,
Greece
IATA code:
ATH
Longitude:
23.946486
Latitude:
37.93635
Time zone:
Europe/Athens

Athens to Heraklion Flight Deals from AU$271

Considering a quick trip to Heraklion, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from ATH to HER. With heaps of cheap fares from Athens, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Heraklion from Athens  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Heraklion from Athens from 1 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Heraklion in just 0 hour(s) and 50 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Heraklion from Athens 

Choose from 16 flights a day on average, with prices starting at AU$271 and rising to AU$271 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Athens to Heraklion today!  

Find cheap airfares to Heraklion from Athens 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Athens and Heraklion
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in September)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Athens to Heraklion

Sofia Hotel
Sofia Hotel
3 out of 5
57 Stadiou Str., Heraklion, Crete Island
The price is AU$126 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$126
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (825 reviews)
"Good access to the airport. Close to the bus to Heraklion. Staff were very helpful. The only wrinkle is that water in the rooms is non-potable so bring your own water."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Sofia Hotel
GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
5 out of 5
9, D. Beaufort Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
The price is AU$363 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$363
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"All was okay especially their Pizza Very delicious Service Very good too"

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

GDM Megaron Historical Monument Hotel
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
Aquila Atlantis Hotel
5 out of 5
2 Ygias Street, Heraklion, Crete Island
The price is AU$326 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$326
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (971 reviews)
"The hotel itself was lovely. The rooms are well appointed, and they even gave us an upgrade at no additional charge, which was very much appreciated. The staff are all professional and friendly. The reason I gave four instead of five stars was for the tremendous construction noise that was right ..."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Aquila Atlantis Hotel
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