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Cheapest round-trip
$917
Typical prices: $890-$1,602
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/8Thu 11/15
SFO - HER • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$4,963
Typical prices: $486-$770
Emirates
Thu 11/8
SFO - HER • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Heraklion. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 49% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Cheapest • Avg $960 (round-trip)
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Shortest trip • 18h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Heraklion (SFO-HER)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Heraklion

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:25 am - 11:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
28h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Athens Eleftherios V.
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8:40 am - 7:35 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
20h 55m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$917Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
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2:00 pm - 3:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
39h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main
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12:15 pm - 4:30 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
38h 15m1 stop Zurich
$926Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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7:25 pm - 4:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
34h 45m1 stop Zurich
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1:15 pm - 7:35 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
16h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$999Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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8:25 am - 2:20 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
19h 55m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Athens Eleftherios V.
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7:10 am - 7:35 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
22h 25m3 stops Thessaloniki Makedonia Athens Eleftherios V. Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,005Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 26
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2:40 pm - 6:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
17h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:00 pm - 8:35 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
34h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,025Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 26
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2:40 pm - 5:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
17h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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7:00 pm - 8:35 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
34h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,049Lufthansa
Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 26
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2:40 pm - 6:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
17h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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7:00 pm - 8:35 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
34h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
$1,153Lufthansa
Thu, Mar 18 - Mon, Mar 29
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5:40 pm - 7:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
41h 10m2 stops London Heathrow Zurich
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10:40 am - 4:05 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
39h 25m2 stops Zurich London Heathrow
$1,717SWISS
Fri, Mar 19 - Mon, Mar 29
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1:50 pm - 7:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
21h 00m2 stops London Heathrow Zurich
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10:40 am - 7:20 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
42h 40m2 stops Zurich London Heathrow
$1,933SWISS
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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8:25 pm - 1:35 pmSFO  San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
32h 10m1 stop Zurich
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8:50 pm - 1:20 pmHER  Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco
26h 30m2 stops Zurich London Heathrow
$7,117SWISS
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Heraklion flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Heraklion. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.

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Key details for San Francisco to Heraklion flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$917
The most popular month to fly with an average 10% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Heraklion

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Heraklion based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Heraklion flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Heraklion:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Heraklion?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Heraklion takes 00m, covering 6,979 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Heraklion?

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Heraklion range from $890 to $1,602, with an average of $1,070 over the past 12 months. Anything below $890 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Heraklion changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $917 to $6,984. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Heraklion are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $5,596, which is 837% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport (HER)?

    Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport (HER) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Right Cars
    • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
    • Centauro
    • ABBYCAR
    • Europcar

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Heraklion usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Heraklion pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Heraklion most commonly connect through:

    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from San Francisco to Heraklion. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $769 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,680, a difference of $911.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Heraklion?

    Flying via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 10m, compared with 19h 54m via Zurich (ZRH) and 20h 57m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Heraklion?

    Heraklion is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Heraklion flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $769, about $911 less than Sunday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Heraklion trip for November. Fares historically average $542 round-trip in that month - typically $1,292 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport.

    • Sofia Hotel
    • Athinaikon
    • City Life Port Hotel

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