Flying from Faro Airport (FAO) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Faro.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your FAO to HER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Faro Airport to Heraklion Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between FAO and HER:
Frankfurt Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Faro Airport (FAO) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Faro Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is 70 €. A return plane ticket is currently 210 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FAO to HER if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Faro Airport to Heraklion Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from FAO to HER.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Faro Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Faro Airport (FAO)
76.66% of flights that depart Faro Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Faro Airport from central Faro, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Faro Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near FAO:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're landing on a late Faro Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these 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 main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Faro Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Faro Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FAO to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Next up? Make your way to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is home to highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.