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Cheapest round-trip
$68
Typical prices: $108-$160
Aegean Airlines, Sky Express
Sun 9/23Sun 9/30
HER - ATH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$40
Typical prices: $48-$97
Aegean Airlines
Wed 9/26
HER - ATH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Average duration is 0h 51m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 73% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Heraklion to Athens (HER-ATH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Heraklion to Athens

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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11:30 pm - 12:20 amHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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7:10 am - 8:00 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 50mnonstop
$68Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Thu, Oct 15
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11:30 pm - 12:20 amHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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7:10 am - 8:00 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 50mnonstop
$74Sky Express
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30
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9:55 pm - 10:45 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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6:35 am - 7:30 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 55mnonstop
$76Aegean Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
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11:30 pm - 12:20 amHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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6:35 am - 7:30 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 55mnonstop
$78Aegean Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
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11:20 pm - 12:10 amHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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6:35 am - 7:30 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 55mnonstop
$83Aegean Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
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9:50 pm - 10:40 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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7:10 am - 8:00 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 50mnonstop
$88Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
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11:05 pm - 11:55 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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7:10 am - 8:00 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 50mnonstop
$91Sky Express
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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11:30 pm - 12:20 amHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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9:35 am - 8:40 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
11h 05m1 stop Budapest Ferenc Liszt Intl
$100Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 18
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11:30 pm - 12:20 amHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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7:10 am - 8:00 amATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 50mnonstop
$101Sky Express
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 21
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8:40 am - 9:30 amHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
0h 50mnonstop
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8:20 pm - 9:10 pmATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
0h 50mnonstop
$110Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Heraklion to Athens flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Heraklion to Athens?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Heraklion to Athens, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Heraklion to Athens?

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Heraklion to Athens at $109 round-trip.
  • September ($156) and October ($146) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Heraklion to Athens the cheapest?

Flights from Heraklion to Athens are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Heraklion to Athens

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Volotea and Sky Express

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Aegean Airlines

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for Heraklion to Athens flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$40
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Heraklion to Athens

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Your Heraklion to Athens flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are some of the ways to get from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) to downtown Athens after a flight?

    You can travel on the subway Line M3 operated by OASA, which can travel on this route in around 42 minutes and some trains depart from the airport every 30 mins or so. You will also find around 8 different car rental companies operating at this airport if you would prefer a rental car for this trip.

  • Does a U.S. citizen need a visa to fly from Heraklion to Athens?

    Since Greece is a party to the Schengen Agreement, there is no need to get any additional visas when traveling for up to 90 days in any of the countries that are party to the agreement. It is important to have the original visa you obtained when you entered the Schengen area when you make this particular flight.

  • What is one of the most sustainable airlines from Heraklion to Athens?

    Aegean Airlines has implemented several sustainability initiatives to reduce its environmental impact like focusing on optimizing its fuel efficiency by implementing various operational measures. This includes efficient flight planning, advanced aircraft maintenance practices, and continuous pilot training to minimize fuel consumption and emissions. Aegean Airlines offers its passengers the option to offset the carbon emissions generated by their flights through the "Carbon Offsetting" program.

  • What airline allows children to fly alone on this route?

    Lufthansa offers a service called Lufthansa Unaccompanied Minors for children between the ages of 5 and 11 years old. Lufthansa provides trained staff members who will accompany and assist the child throughout their journey. There is typically an additional fee for the Unaccompanied Minors service.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Heraklion to Athens flights?

    Among airlines operating Heraklion to Athens flights:

    • Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Heraklion to Athens?

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

    • Aegean Airlines
    • Sky Express

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Heraklion to Athens?

    Flights from Heraklion to Athens usually depart from Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER) and arrive at Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Heraklion to Athens flights?

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

    • Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Sky Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Heraklion to Athens?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Heraklion to Athens:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Heraklion to Athens?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $20–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Heraklion to Athens?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Heraklion to Athens?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Heraklion to Athens route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $114 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $142, a difference of $28. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Heraklion to Athens?

    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 Athens route, 27% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 19 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Heraklion to Athens spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Heraklion to Athens flights, with 39% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 23%, evening flights for 23%, and night flights for 15%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Athens?

    Some of the most popular sights in Athens are Acropolis, Syntagma Square and Monastiraki. These are among the most viewed places in Athens on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Heraklion to Athens?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 6:51 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:40 pm and lands at 12:31 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 51m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Heraklion to Athens flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 15% above the route average of $130. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Heraklion to Athens?

    A nonstop flight from Heraklion to Athens takes 0h 51m, covering 192 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Heraklion to Athens?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Heraklion to Athens looking right now?

    One-way fares from Heraklion to Athens are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $53, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Heraklion to Athens?

    Morning 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.

  • What car rental options are available at Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH)?

    Athens Eleftherios V. Airport (ATH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Centauro
    · Record go
    · Europcar
    · SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Heraklion to Athens flight?

    Round-trip flights from Heraklion to Athens range from $108 to $160, with an average of $130 over the past 12 months. Anything below $108 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Heraklion to Athens flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $114 - about $28 less than Friday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Heraklion to Athens trip for July. Fares historically average $109 round-trip in that month - typically $47 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Aegean Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 73% of Aegean Airlines flights from Heraklion to Athens arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 73%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 19 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • One of the quickest ways that you can get from Heraklion to the Heraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis (HER) is to take the Line 6 bus operated by Iraklio Urban Buses that can have you at the airport in around 7 minutes, with buses leaving every 10 minutes or so.
  • If you are the type of passenger that loves a great lounge at an airport to enjoy before a flight, the Heraklion Airport N. Kazantzakis offers both the Goldair Handling Lounge and the Filozenia Lounge, where passengers can comfortably wait for their flight for an entry fee.
  • When flying on the nonstop flight on this route offered by Volotea, it is important to know that every passenger can take one personal item and one carry-on bag aboard the flight at no cost. All passengers can bring up to five checked bags for an additional fee.
  • If you will be traveling aboard Volotea Airlines, one reason you may consider upgrading to a First Premium seat is that these seats have locations in the rows that offer more legroom for the most comfortable flight experience.
  • All travelers on Sky Express can bring one piece of hand luggage and one personal item aboard their flight. Every fare tier offers the option to add an additional number of bags or larger bags in the checked baggage hold.

Prefer to fly direct from Heraklion to Athens?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

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Direct returns

Athens Eleftherios V. to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Monday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Wednesday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Thursday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Friday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Saturday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Sunday

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

Aegean Airlines,Sky Express

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