Question 1

How long is the flight from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Athens to Heraklion typically takes around 50 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 3 hours 10 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Athens to Heraklion, averaging around 9 to 10 flights per day, operated by, among others, Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Athens to Heraklion are operated by, among others, Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Sky Express (via Thessaloniki). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Athens to Heraklion operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

From Athens to Heraklion, there are on average around 9 to 10 flights per day. This usually means you have a good choice of departure times. If you are flexible, you can easily compare times, prices, and airlines.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

From Athens to Heraklion, there are around 66 to 67 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Athens to Heraklion depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Athens to Heraklion usually departs at 7:10 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Heraklion.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Athens to Heraklion depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Athens to Heraklion usually departs at 11:50 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

Question 9

Which airline is most commonly chosen for flights from Athens to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

For flights from Athens to Heraklion, offers from Aegean Airlines, Sky Express and Hahn Air Systems are chosen most frequently. This reflects which airlines have been particularly popular with users on this route over the past year. Whether an airline works for you also depends on price, flight times, baggage and possible stopovers.

Question 10

Which airports near Heraklion are frequently chosen as a destination?

Accepted Answer

If you want to travel to Heraklion, Santorini, Mykonos and Chania may also be worth considering as destination airports. These airports are frequently checked by users as an alternative. When comparing, consider whether a cheaper flight is really worth a longer onward journey.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Best option Athens Heraklion	Outbound 10/01/26 direct GQ0218 00h 50min	Return 10/11/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Sky Express	?	$76
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 09/26/26 direct GQ0210 00h 50min	Return 10/11/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Sky Express	?	$77
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 10/01/26 direct GQ0216 00h 50min	Return 10/11/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Sky Express		$85
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 10/01/26 direct GQ0218 00h 50min	Return 10/11/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Sky Express		$91
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 09/26/26 direct A30300 00h 55min	Return 10/11/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Aegean Airlines		$88
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 09/26/26 direct A30300 00h 55min	Return 10/11/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Aegean Airlines		$91
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 09/01/26 direct GQ0210 00h 50min	Return 09/09/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Sky Express		$87
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 10/01/26 direct GQ0216 00h 50min	Return 10/11/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Sky Express	?	$97
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 10/01/26 direct GQ0218 00h 50min	Return 10/11/26 direct GQ0217 00h 50min	Sky Express		$100
Athens Heraklion	Outbound 08/20/26 direct A30328 00h 50min	Return 08/25/26 direct A30303 00h 50min	Aegean Airlines	?	$100

Roundtrip from	$ 75,20
Flight duration	min. 00:50 / max. 01:00
Return flight duration	min. 00:50/ max. 01:00
Distance	309 km
Flights per week	90
Departure airport	Airport Athens (ATH)
Departure country	Flights from Greece
Arrival airport	Airport Heraklion (HER)
Destination country	Flights to Greece
Departure country - Arrival airport	Greece - Heraklion
Departure airport - Destination country	Athens - Greece

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