Travelling from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Heraklion one hour ahead of Frankfurt.
There are 23 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flights each week.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your FRA to HER flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Travel nonstop to Heraklion with these top carriers and discover this exciting part of Greece:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Discover Airlines on this route.
TUIfly is a leader in on-time performance for FRA to HER flights, with 95.45% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between FRA and HER:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight is 62 €. A return plane ticket right now is 137 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To get cheap tickets from FRA to HER, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FRA to HER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
74% of flights that depart Frankfurt am Main Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to FRA:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're getting in on a late Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near HER:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Crete 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.
Booking your ride from Crete Heraklion Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from FRA to HER in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
