Find cheap flights from Heraklion to Amsterdam - Compare and Save

2 airlines operate flights between Heraklion and Amsterdam. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Transavia
• TUI Nederland

Flights from Heraklion to Amsterdam usually depart from Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER) and arrive at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Corendon Dutch Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• KLM: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Transavia: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Heraklion to Amsterdam.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $222 round-trip, compared to $461 via a layover through Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Transavia and Transavia France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Most connecting flights from Heraklion to Amsterdam pass through Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Heraklion to Amsterdam route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $214 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $394, a difference of $180. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Heraklion to Amsterdam route, 34% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 27 minutes.

Night is the busiest departure period on Heraklion to Amsterdam flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

Some of the most popular sights in Amsterdam are Station Amsterdam Centraal, Red Light District and Amsterdam RAI. These are among the most viewed places in Amsterdam on KAYAK.

These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Heraklion to Amsterdam:

• Earliest: departs at 10:35 am and lands at 2:30 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:00 pm and lands at 2:55 am.

The flight takes about 3h 55m.

A nonstop flight from Heraklion to Amsterdam takes 3h 55m, covering 1,540 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

Amsterdam is 1 hour behind Heraklion (Central European Time vs Eastern European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Alamo
· Budget
· Sixt
· keddy by Europcar
· Hertz

Round-trip flights from Heraklion to Amsterdam range from $196 to $379, with an average of $251 over the past 12 months. Anything below $196 counts as a good deal.