Question 1

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Athens (ATH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 25m.

Question 2

What is the cheapest London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from London Gatwick to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. for the best London - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. flight prices

Question 3

Can stopping save me money on London to Heraklion flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to Heraklion.

Question 4

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Athens (ATH) was the most common stop: 48% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 5

What is the cheapest month to fly to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month to fly to Heraklion from London is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around £167, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Heraklion in November, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from London to Heraklion during January average around £192.

Question 6

What cabin class options are available on London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. flights?

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 7

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from London to Heraklion is on a Wednesday. Travellers who choose to depart for Heraklion on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as £277. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Heraklion on Saturday is £367.

Question 8

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 9

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Heraklion flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, Jet2 have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 10

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 00m.

Question 11

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Brussels (BRU) offer the lowest average return price of £166.

Question 12

How far in advance should I book a flight to Heraklion?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Heraklion from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Heraklion for around £306 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Heraklion from London for as low as £306 on momondo.

Question 13

How often are flights from London to Heraklion delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 28% of flights between London and Heraklion have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 117 minutes.

Question 14

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest London to Heraklion flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Heraklion in the evening for as low as £212. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £365. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 15

How have London to Heraklion flight prices changed over time?

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As of December 2025, prices for London to Heraklion flights are approximately 15% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 16

Which airlines fly to Heraklion?

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easyJet, British Airways and Jet2 are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Heraklion from London according to our data. easyJet is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Heraklion. Keep in mind that there are 13 different airlines that fly to Heraklion on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 17

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £193 to £425.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £72.

Question 18

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Heraklion flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 19

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.?

Accepted Answer

easyJet, Ryanair, and Aegean Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Question 20

Which cities can you reach easily once you arrive at Heraklion airport?

Accepted Answer

Heraklion is the capital and largest city on the Greek island of Crete. There is no public train transport to speak of, so getting around is basically by public bus, car hire or taxi. All of Crete’s cities are located in the northern half of the island and are connected by Route 90 running east to west. Chania lies to the extreme west while Rethymno is situated midway between Chania and the capital. Malia and Agios Nikolaus are towns to the east you can visit when taking one-way flights from London to Heraklion.

Question 21

Which airlines fly direct from London to Heraklion city?

Accepted Answer

WIZZ Air, easyJet and Ryanair all offer direct flights from London to Heraklion. These London flights originate from two area airports: WIZZ Air and easyJet offer departures from London Luton Airport (LTN) while Ryanair flights leave its base at London Stansted Airport (LTN). These carriers have identical flight times of approximately four hours to Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport (HER). You can also get cheap flights from London to Heraklion making one or more connections enroute. For example, easyJet and Ryanair one-stop flights require transfers at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), with overall journey times of about seven hours and thirty-five minutes. You can also get Ryanair flights connecting at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Airport (ATH) requiring about six hours and thirty-five minutes’ flight time. WIZZ Air departures meanwhile generally connect at Thessaloniki Makedonia Airport (SKG) with about seven hours and thirty-five minutes flight time to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis.

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Heraklion?

Stansted Express offers convenience and economy from central London to Stansted airport. Trains depart from London Liverpool Street Station every 15 minutes, taking approximately 50 minutes travel to the terminals. Rail services from other UK locations to London Stansted are also available. Airport Bus Service and National Express offer coach services multiple times daily from stations such as London Victoria and London Kings Cross. Hotel shuttle service, taxi and rideshares like Uber and Lyft are other additional transport options. Thameslink offers multiple trains per hour from central London to London Luton Airport. Journey time averages about 40 minutes to Luton Airport Parkway Station, with airport shuttles to airport terminals requiring an additional ten minutes. National Express offers two routes: A1 (London Victoria) and A2 (London Paddington) while Green Line offers the 757 service from London Victoria to London Luton. Travel time should be about 50 minutes. Passengers on London to Heraklion flights will find limited options to travel downtown from the airport. Rideshares and rail services are not currently available, and the airport bus station is off-site. Heraklion KTEL buses run every ten minutes with rides taking about 20 minutes to the downtown area. Airport taxis and car hires are other favourable modes, but if you have downtown accommodation enquire if they provide airport shuttle transfers as an additional option.

What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Heraklion?

London Luton and London Stansted offer the same basic benefits with regards to parking, food and drink concessions, airport lounges, Duty-Free shopping, cashpoints and currency exchange facilities as well as accessibility to passengers with limited mobility. London Stansted as a bigger, busier gateway is easier to reach from central London and offers additional services including Security Fast-Track to bypass long lines. Signature Elite Class at London Luton offers exclusive VIP treatment from airport arrival to flight departure as an attractive option and has Passenger Service Assistants on hand to provide directions or information which can enhance your terminal experience. You can find a tourist office, medical centre, luggage storage and a car hire centre at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis International. There are also cashpoints, shops, restaurants and left luggage facilities. There are no onsite hotels at this airport.

Question 22

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 23

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport is 13 as of December 2025.

Question 24

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport.

Question 25

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Can stopping save me money on London to Heraklion flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to Heraklion.

How have London to Heraklion flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for London to Heraklion flights are approximately 15% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.?

easyJet, Ryanair, and Aegean Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from London to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Which airlines fly to Heraklion?

How often are flights from London to Heraklion delayed?

Historically, on average around 28% of flights between London and Heraklion have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 117 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Heraklion flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Sunday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Heraklion flights?

According to our data, Jet2 have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 17% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Heraklion?

Athens (ATH) was the most common stop: 48% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Heraklion?

Flights via Brussels (BRU) offer the lowest average return price of £166.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Heraklion?

Flights connecting via Zurich (ZRH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 00m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Heraklion?

Athens (ATH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 25m.

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