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).

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

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 Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the San Francisco to Heraklion route. 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 long is a flight from San Francisco to Heraklion?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Heraklion takes 0h 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 are flight prices from San Francisco to Heraklion looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Heraklion are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $563, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.

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.

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

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.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Heraklion?

SWISS ($825) and Lufthansa ($886) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Heraklion according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Heraklion?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Heraklion route. 49% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via FRA.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Heraklion?

Flights via London Heathrow (LHR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $960. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Heraklion which airport offers the shortest layover?

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Heraklion layovers at 670 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$825

Typical prices: $890-$1,602

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Sun 10/28Sun 11/4

SFO - HER • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way

$368

Typical prices: $486-$770

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Wed 10/17

SFO - HER • 3 stops

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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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November

Cheapest • 49% price drop

May

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London Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest • Avg $960 (round-trip)

Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)

Shortest trip • 18h 10m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Heraklion

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

8:25 pm - 9:35 amSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

28h 10m1 stop Zurich

2:35 pm - 4:30 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

35h 55m1 stop Zurich

$825SWISS

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 31

8:10 am - 3:00 pmSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

20h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

1:15 pm - 7:35 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

16h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$865Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 31

8:10 am - 3:00 pmSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

20h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

1:15 pm - 7:35 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

16h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$866Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

3:20 pm - 5:55 pmSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

17h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

6:10 pm - 12:35 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

28h 25m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

$886Lufthansa

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4

3:20 pm - 5:55 pmSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

17h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

2:35 pm - 4:30 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

35h 55m1 stop Zurich

$894Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 31

8:10 am - 3:00 pmSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

20h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

1:15 pm - 12:35 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

33h 20m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

$922Lufthansa

Mon, Oct 12 - Mon, Oct 26

2:40 pm - 6:15 pmSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

17h 35m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

7:00 pm - 8:35 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

34h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$975Lufthansa

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

8:25 pm - 9:50 amSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

28h 25m1 stop Zurich

3:30 pm - 5:30 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

35h 00m1 stop Zurich

$1,076SWISS

Thu, Sep 24 - Sat, Oct 3

7:35 pm - 2:25 amSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

20h 50m1 stop Zurich

4:30 am - 7:48 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

25h 18m2 stops Zurich Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,174SWISS

Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17

4:30 pm - 7:10 pmSFO San Francisco-HER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

16h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

10:45 am - 9:17 pmHER Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.-SFO San Francisco

44h 32m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Los Angeles

$5,663Condor

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Heraklion?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Heraklion start at $825. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $890 to $1,602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $825 on SWISS.

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

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

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Low season	January
High season	May
Cheapest flight	$368

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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).
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
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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Heraklion?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 55% on the San Francisco to Heraklion route. 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 long is a flight from San Francisco to Heraklion?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Heraklion takes 0h 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 are flight prices from San Francisco to Heraklion looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Heraklion are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $563, which is 6% below the typical average for this route.
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.
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
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.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $769 - about $911 less than Sunday (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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