Flying from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Chania.
Leave enough time to catch your CHQ to HER flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chania International Airport to Heraklion Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between CHQ and HER include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
67 € is the lowest price for a one-way Chania International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Return flights start from 137 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CHQ to HER. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport to Heraklion Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from CHQ to HER.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chania International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Chania International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 91.98% of flights that depart CHQ land on time.
Chania International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Chania. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CHQ? If you're catching an early flight from Chania International Airport to Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you have a late Chania International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near HER:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Heraklion and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Heraklion Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Chania International Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Chania International Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to visit Heraklion during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to HER in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Journey about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its top sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Next up? Journey to Acharnes. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is known for highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.