Travelling from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion is eight hours ahead of Des Moines and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your DSM to HER flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport (DSM) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Des Moines Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight is 289 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 715 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DSM to HER if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Des Moines Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Des Moines Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Des Moines Airport (DSM)
DSM is located at 5800 Fleur Drive, Suite 201.
Of the departures from Des Moines Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Des Moines to Des Moines Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Des Moines Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near DSM:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're coming in on a late Des Moines Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these hotels near HER:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Des Moines Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Heraklion. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Des Moines Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport for July if you want to go to Heraklion during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DSM to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Heraklion, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its must-visit sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
