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Heraklion.137 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 137 €, select.
Heraklion.142 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 142 €, select.
Heraklion.149 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with Jet2 and easyJet.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 149 €, select.
Heraklion.168 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with easyJet and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 168 €, select.
Heraklion.175 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 175 €, select.
Heraklion.178 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Jet2 and Transavia France.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Transavia France, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 178 €, select.
Heraklion.191 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Fri, 19 Sep.Return flight with easyJet and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Edinburgh on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 191 €, select.
Heraklion.191 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From 191 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
from 142 €
Jul
from 207 €
Aug
from 221 €
Sep
from 191 €
Oct
from 168 €
Nov
from 175 €
Dec
from 282 €
Jan
from 255 €
Feb
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Mar
from 277 €
Apr
from 209 €
May
from 232 €

Direct flights from Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion

Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Edinburgh to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Edinburgh to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found137 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion is 137 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion.
easyJet and Jet2 fly direct from Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion.
As of June 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Crete Heraklion is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Saturday, 1 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Heraklion but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, easyJet and Jet2 offer the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport.

  • Heraklion is two hours ahead of Edinburgh and is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Flights from EDI to HER start from 07:40 — the first with easyJet. The latest departure is at 16:10 with easyJet. In total, you can choose from three weekly Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to catch your EDI to HER flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Jet2 offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.

  • Jet2 is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between EDI and HER:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • 48 € is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts at 137 €. These prices can change based on demand.

  • Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from EDI to HER.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • 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 update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from EDI to HER.

  • Select your ideal 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 Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport.

Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near EDI. Whether you have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Consider booking a hotel near HER if you're on a late Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Explore without limits with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and find adventure across Heraklion and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 15 minutes.

When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from EDI 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 seen Heraklion, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Travel about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its leading attractions. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Travel 338 kilometres north from Heraklion to visit Acharnes, another standout destination in Greece. Kick off your sightseeing at Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.

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