Flying from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Heraklion one hour ahead of Dubrovnik.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your DBV to HER flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubrovnik Airport to Heraklion Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DBV and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Palese Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
45 € is the lowest price for a one-way Dubrovnik Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Return flights start from 104 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DBV to HER if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Dubrovnik Airport to Heraklion Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DBV to HER.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Dubrovnik Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
Of the departures from Dubrovnik Airport, 76.79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Dubrovnik Airport from central Dubrovnik, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near DBV? If you're catching an early flight from Dubrovnik Airport to Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're landing on a late Dubrovnik Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HER:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
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.
It takes around 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubrovnik Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Dubrovnik Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DBV to HER sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece you should also see. About 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Any journey through Greece wouldn't feel complete without exploring Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are just a couple of highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.