Non-stop flights from Heraklion (Crete) (HER)
Heraklion (Crete) Airport (IATA: HER, ICAO: LGIR), also known as Heraklion International Airport, Nikos Kazantzakis, is the second largest airport in Greece.It is an international airport and serves the area of Autumn Sun", "Mediterranean", "Greek Islands, Greece.Heraklion (Crete) Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 126 destinations in 32 countries.
At present, there are 15 domestic flights from Heraklion (Crete).
The longest flight from Heraklion (Crete) HER is a 2,002 mile (3,222 km) non-stop route to Belfast International BFS. This direct flight takes around 4 hours and 45 minutes and is operated by Jet2.
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In total there are 57 airlines flying from and to Heraklion (Crete). Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Heraklion (Crete)
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Heraklion (Crete), based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Heraklion (Crete) that require a stopover:
Information on Points & Miles
This section lists destinations within specific distances from Heraklion (Crete). It's helpful if you're seeking destinations covering certain mileage, which can be useful when planning an award flight or booking with points and miles.
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Destinations from Heraklion (Crete) by flight duration
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Best time to travel from Heraklion (Crete)
When planning a trip from Heraklion (Crete), the ideal time to travel depends on the climate and location of your destination. To assist you, we've organized all destinations by their climate types.
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime destinations
You can find direct flights from Heraklion (Crete) to 75 different oceanic and maritime locations at the moment. Enjoy the mild weather, green scenery, and a peaceful blend of nature and cultural exploration.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The oceanic locations in the Northern Hemisphere are ideal for a summer getaway, specifically from May to August, with temperatures from 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F). You'll enjoy pleasantly warm weather, whereas the months from September to February are more prone to rain.
☀️ Hot Mediterranean destinations
Heraklion (Crete) currently offers non-stop flights to 26 Hot Mediterranean destinations. Known for their beautiful coastlines and rich cultural heritage — although depending on your the exact destination of your choice — as well as outdoor lifestyle offering a balance of relaxation, nature, and culture.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
Although Mediterranean destinations in the Northern Hemisphere are nice to visit throughout the year, the best times to explore them are in spring (March-May) and fall (September-November). The temperatures during these seasons are pleasantly warm, which is a nice contrast to the summer heat that often prevails there with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F).
🌳 🍂 Warm Continental destinations
Check out the 14 Warm Continental destinations below that are accessible via direct flights from Heraklion (Crete). Regions in the warm continental climate are famous for their geographical diversity, including wide-open plains, mountains, and forests, making them perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and skiing.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
For the best experience, plan your visit between late spring and the end of summer, as the weather is lovely from May to August, with temperatures between 20°C and 28°C (68°F and 82°F). Keep in mind that winters can be quite cold, with frost present in almost every month from November to March, so if you enjoy winter sports, the snowy conditions in that period are perfect.
🌺 💦 Humid Subtropical destinations
Departing from Heraklion (Crete), you have the option to take a direct flight to 8 Humid Subtropical/Warm Temperate destinations. Known for their hot, humid summers, with temperatures around 30°C (86°F), and mild winters, these destinations feature lush greenery and year-round rainfall. You'll discover a blend of beautiful beaches, dense forests, and lively cities, offering abundant outdoor adventures, cultural sights, and city attractions to explore.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
These destinations can be enjoyed year-round, but the best times to visit are from April to June or from August to October
🏜️ Desert destinations
At the moment, there’s one desert destination you can reach with a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete). Desert locations are renowned for their striking landscapes, adventure activities such as sandboarding and camel riding, and tranquil, starry nights.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere can be visited year-round, but for a more enjoyable visit, it's best to avoid them during the hot summer months, where temperatures often exceed 40°C (104°F). Consider scheduling your trip between September and May for a more pleasant experience.
🌲 ❄️ Subarctic or Alpine destinations
Only one Subarctic / Alpine destination is reachable by a non-stop flight from Heraklion (Crete) at this time. Enjoy the natural beauty of the destinations with the Subarctic / Alpine climate, including dense forests and tundra landscapes, which make them perfect for hiking, spotting wildlife, and winter activities.
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The most favorable time to visit these subarctic spots (on the Northern Hemisphere) is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March. With a variety of winter sports available in the higher elevations, you’re bound to have a wonderful time. If winter's not your vibe, consider visiting in mid-summer (May - August), when the temperatures are mild and often pleasantly warm, between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F).
🥵 Hot Continental destinations
There’s currently just one destination accessible via a direct flight. Hot Continental destinations are known known for their hot, humid summers, where temperatures frequently rise above 30°C (86°F), and celebrated for their diverse landscapes, featuring both forests and mountains. Additionally, exploring the urban city areas can be highly enjoyable as well!
🌐 In the Northern Hemisphere:
The spring, summer, and fall months, from March to November, are typically the best times to visit these continental destinations located in the Northern Hemisphere. Summers can be very warm though, and there's a bit more precipitation compared to spring and autumn.
Business class flights from Heraklion (Crete)
There are 11 airports that have flights from Heraklion (Crete) in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from HER are listed below:
Intercontinental flights from Heraklion (Crete)
The only intercontinental flights operating from Heraklion International Airport, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER) are between Heraklion (Crete) and Africa and between Heraklion (Crete) and the Middle-East.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Heraklion (Crete) and the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Africa
Bluebird Airways is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Africa. They fly seasonal to Taba (TCP).
Non-stop flights from Heraklion (Crete) to the Middle-East / Western Asia
Aegean (Star Alliance): seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV) and year-round flights to Istanbul (IST).
Bluebird Airways: seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV).
Arkia: seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV).
Corendon: seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV).
EL AL: seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV).
Israir: seasonal flights to Tel Aviv (TLV).
FlyOne Armenia: seasonal flights to Yerevan (EVN).
International flights from Heraklion (Crete)
Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Albania
Tirana is the only destination in Albania with direct flights from Heraklion (Crete). You can fly non-stop to Tirana with Aegean (Star Alliance) or Sky Express.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Armenia
In Armenia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) is Yerevan. Direct flights to Yerevan are offered by FlyOne Armenia. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in September.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Austria
There are 5 destinations in Austria that have non-stop flights from Heraklion (Crete).
You can fly non-stop to Graz with Corendon or Eurowings. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in November.
The only airline with direct flights to Innsbruck is Eurowings. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Linz with Corendon. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Salzburg is Eurowings. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in November.
Non-stop flights to Vienna are offered by Austrian (Star Alliance), Corendon and Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Belgium
If you are looking for a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) to Belgium, there are 3 destinations to choose from.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Brussels there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Brussels Airlines (Star Alliance), Corendon, Sky Express and TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
The only airline with direct flights to Brussels Charleroi is Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Ostend with TUI Fly.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Bulgaria
There is 1 destination in Bulgaria that has a direct connection from Heraklion (Crete), which is Sofia. Direct flights to Sofia are offered by Bulgaria Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Cyprus
In Cyprus, the only destination that has a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) is Larnaca. Non-stop flights to Larnaca are offered by Aegean (Star Alliance), Cyprus Airways and Sky Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Czechia
In Czechia, there are 4 destinations from Heraklion (Crete).
Direct flights to Brno are offered by SmartWings. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Ceske Budejovice is Corendon. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
To Ostrava and Prague, you can fly with SmartWings.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Denmark
Copenhagen is the only destination in Denmark with direct flights from Heraklion (Crete). Non-stop flights to Copenhagen are offered by Norwegian, SAS (SkyTeam) and Sunclass Airlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Egypt
There is 1 destination in Egypt that has a direct connection from Heraklion (Crete), which is Taba. Direct flights to Taba are offered by Bluebird Airways. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in April 2026.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Estonia
Tallinn is the only destination in Estonia with direct flights from Heraklion (Crete). You can fly non-stop to Tallinn with Afghan Jet or Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Finland
In Finland, the only destination that has a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) is Helsinki. Direct flights to Helsinki are offered by Finnair (Oneworld). This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to France
France is well-connected to Heraklion (Crete) (HER) with 14 destinations around the country that have direct flights from Heraklion (Crete).
You can fly non-stop to Basel Mulhouse Freiburg with Corendon or easyJet. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop to Bordeaux with easyJet or Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Brest with Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Deauville is Aegean (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Lille with Sky Express or Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Lyon there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are easyJet, Sky Express, Transavia and Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
Non-stop flights to Marseille are offered by Sky Express, Transavia and Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Metz / Nancy is Aegean (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Montpellier with Transavia. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Nantes there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are easyJet, Sky Express, Transavia and Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Paris there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Aegean (Star Alliance), Air France (SkyTeam), easyJet and Sky Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Paris (Orly) with Transavia. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
To Strasbourg and Toulouse, you can fly with Volotea.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Germany
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to lots of destinations in Germany, as there is a total of 16 airports that have direct services from Heraklion (Crete).
Airlines that operate direct flights to Berlin are Condor, Corendon, easyJet, Eurowings, Ryanair and Sundair. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop to Bremen with Corendon or Sundair. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Cologne-Bonn with Corendon or Eurowings. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop to Dresden with Corendon or Sundair. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in November.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Düsseldorf there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Condor, Corendon, Eurowings and TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Erfurt (Weimar) with Leav Aviation. This is a seasonal route that starts in July and ends in October.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Frankfurt there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are Aegean (Star Alliance), Condor, Corendon, Discover Airlines and TUI Fly.
The only airline with direct flights to Friedrichshafen is Eurowings. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in May 2026.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Hamburg there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Condor, Corendon, Eurowings and Marabu. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop to Hanover with Corendon or TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
Non-stop flights to Leipzig are offered by Corendon, Marabu and Sundair. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Munich there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are Aegean (Star Alliance), Condor, Discover Airlines, Lufthansa (Star Alliance) and TUI Fly.
You can fly non-stop to Münster / Osnabrück with Corendon or Leav Aviation. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop to Nuremberg with Corendon or Marabu. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Rostock Laage with Corendon. This route has been announced recently, and is not operational yet. It will start in October 2026.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Stuttgart there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Condor, Eurowings, Sundair and TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Hungary
There is 1 destination in Hungary that has a direct connection from Heraklion (Crete), which is Budapest. Direct flights to Budapest are offered by Wizz Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Ireland
In Ireland, the only destination that has a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) is Dublin. Direct flights to Dublin are offered by Aer Lingus. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Israel
If you are looking for a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) to Israel, there are 2 destinations to choose from.
Direct flights to Haifa are offered by airHaifa. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
Airlines that operate direct flights to Tel Aviv are Aegean (Star Alliance), Arkia, Bluebird Airways, Corendon, EL AL and Israir. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Italy
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to lots of destinations in Italy, as there is a total of 10 airports that have direct services from Heraklion (Crete).
Direct flights to Bari are offered by Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
You can fly non-stop to Bologna with Neos or Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Catania with Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Milan (Bergamo) with Neos or Ryanair. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
Direct flights to Milan (Linate) are offered by ITA Airways. This is a seasonal route that starts in July and ends in September.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Milan (Malpensa) there are 5 airlines that have direct services, which are easyJet, Neos, Ryanair, Wizz Air and Wizz Air Malta. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop to Naples with easyJet or Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
The only airline with direct flights to Palermo is Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
From Heraklion (Crete) to Rome (Fiumicino) there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are Aegean (Star Alliance), ITA Airways, Neos and Wizz Air Malta. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Verona with Neos or Volotea. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Latvia
Riga is the only destination in Latvia with direct flights from Heraklion (Crete). Direct flights to Riga are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Lithuania
There is 1 destination in Lithuania that has a direct connection from Heraklion (Crete), which is Vilnius. Direct flights to Vilnius are offered by Air Baltic. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Luxembourg
Luxembourg City is the only destination in Luxembourg with direct flights from Heraklion (Crete). Direct flights to Luxembourg City are offered by Luxair. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Moldova
In Moldova, the only destination that has a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) is Chișinău. Direct flights to Chișinău are offered by SkyUp MT. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Netherlands
There are 4 destinations in Netherlands that have non-stop flights from Heraklion (Crete).
To Amsterdam and Eindhoven, you can fly with Transavia and TUI Fly.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Groningen with Corendon. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Rotterdam is Transavia. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Norway
There is 1 destination in Norway that has a direct connection from Heraklion (Crete), which is Oslo. Direct flights to Oslo are offered by Norwegian. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in August.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Poland
In Poland, there are 5 destinations from Heraklion (Crete).
Direct flights to Gdańsk are offered by Wizz Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Katowice is Corendon. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Krakow with Wizz Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in October.
The only airline with direct flights to Rzeszów is Corendon. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
Non-stop flights to Warsaw are offered by Corendon, LOT (Star Alliance) and Wizz Air. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Romania
In Romania there are several destinations from Heraklion (Crete) (9 in total).
Direct flights to Bacău are offered by Dan Air.
The only airline with direct flights to Brașov is Animawings. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
You can fly non-stop to Bucharest with Animawings or Wizz Air Malta. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Cluj-Napoca with Euroairlines or Wizz Air Malta. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All direct flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Craiova, Iasi and Sibiu are operated by Animawings.
You can fly non-stop to Suceava with Animawings or Euroairlines. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Timișoara with Animawings. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Serbia
In Serbia, the only destination that has a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) is Belgrade. Direct flights to Belgrade are offered by Air Serbia. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Slovakia
There are 2 destinations in Slovakia that have non-stop flights from Heraklion (Crete).
To Bratislava and Košice, you can fly with SmartWings.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Spain
Barcelona is the only destination in Spain with direct flights from Heraklion (Crete). Direct flights to Barcelona are offered by Vueling. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Sweden
There is 1 destination in Sweden that has a direct connection from Heraklion (Crete), which is Stockholm (Arlanda). Direct flights to Stockholm (Arlanda) are offered by SAS (SkyTeam). This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in August.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Switzerland
If you are looking for a direct flight from Heraklion (Crete) to Switzerland, there are 3 destinations to choose from.
Direct flights to Bern are offered by Helvetic. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to Geneva with easyJet or Swiss (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
Airlines that operate direct flights to Zürich are Aegean (Star Alliance), Chair Airlines, Condor, Corendon, Edelweiss Air and FlexFlight. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Turkey
Istanbul is the only destination in Turkey with direct flights from Heraklion (Crete). Direct flights to Istanbul are offered by Aegean (Star Alliance).
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Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to United Kingdom
United Kingdom is well-connected to Heraklion (Crete) (HER) with 15 destinations around the country that have direct flights from Heraklion (Crete).
Direct flights to Belfast International are offered by Jet2. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop to Birmingham with easyJet or Jet2. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Bournemouth with Jet2. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
To Bristol and Edinburgh, you can fly with easyJet and Jet2.
All direct flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Glasgow and Leeds / Bradford are operated by Jet2.
You can fly non-stop to Liverpool with easyJet or Jet2. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
From Heraklion (Crete) to London Gatwick there are 4 airlines that have direct services, which are British Airways (Oneworld), Corendon, easyJet and Jet2. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
The only airline with direct flights to London Heathrow is British Airways (Oneworld). This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
You can fly non-stop to London Luton with easyJet or Jet2. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to London Stansted with Jet2. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
Non-stop flights to Manchester are offered by Corendon, easyJet and Jet2. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in November.
To Newcastle and Nottingham, you can fly with Jet2.
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Domestic flights from Heraklion (Crete)
Flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Greece
There are lots of domestic flights from Heraklion (Crete) (HER). 15 airports in Greece have direct flights from the airport.
Direct flights to Alexandroupolis are offered by Aegean (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
You can fly non-stop to Athens with Aegean (Star Alliance) or Sky Express.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Chania (Crete) with TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in September.
You can fly non-stop to Corfu (Kerkyra) with Aegean (Star Alliance) or TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
All direct flights from Heraklion (Crete) to Kalamata, Kos, Mykonos, Mytilene (Lesbos), Naxos and Paros are operated by Aegean (Star Alliance).
Non-stop flights to Rhodes are offered by Aegean (Star Alliance), Neos and Sky Express.
You can fly non-stop to Santorini with Aegean (Star Alliance) or TUI Fly. This is a seasonal route that starts in May and ends in October.
Direct flights to Syros Island are offered by Aegean (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
Non-stop flights to Thessaloniki are offered by Aegean (Star Alliance), Ryanair and Sky Express.
You can fly non-stop from Heraklion (Crete) to Volos with Sky Express. This is a seasonal route that starts in June and ends in September.
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Alternative airports near Heraklion (Crete)
Below you can find a list of alternative airports to Heraklion (Crete) (HER). The nearest airports to Heraklion (Crete) (HER) are Sitia (JSH) and Chania (Crete) (CHQ).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Heraklion (Crete)?
There is 1 airport in Heraklion (Crete): Heraklion International Airport, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER).
What is the best airport to fly from Heraklion (Crete)?
The most convenient airport to fly from Heraklion (Crete) is Heraklion International Airport, Nikos Kazantzakis (HER).
How many airlines fly from Heraklion (Crete)?
There are 57 airlines flying from Heraklion (Crete) to 126 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly from Heraklion (Crete)?
Corendon, Aegean and easyJet operate most flights from Heraklion (Crete). To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Heraklion (Crete)?
Star Alliance, SkyTeam and Oneworld are all flying from Heraklion (Crete).
How many nonstop flights are there from Heraklion (Crete)?
There are roughly 2,091 flights departing from Heraklion (Crete) every month (or 490 flights each week), to a total of 126 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Heraklion (Crete) Airport?
The official name of Heraklion (Crete) Airport is Heraklion International Airport, Nikos Kazantzakis.
What is the airport code of Heraklion (Crete) Airport?
The airport code of Heraklion (Crete) Airport is HER.
What are the most popular flights from Heraklion (Crete)?
Athens, Düsseldorf and Frankfurt are the 3 most popular routes from Heraklion (Crete). For a complete overview of all flight routes from Heraklion (Crete), please use our flight map.
