Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Frankfurt one hour behind Heraklion.
Each week, there are 23 Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your HER to FRA flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
There's a good range of direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport to pick from. When organising your Frankfurt journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of Germany:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Discover Airlines on this route.
Condor ranks as the top on-time carrier for HER to FRA flights, with 88.89% of services landing as scheduled.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. These are the top stopovers between HER and FRA:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
62 € is the best price for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. Return flights start from 158 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from HER to FRA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
77% of flights departing from Crete Heraklion Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Heraklion to Crete Heraklion Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near HER. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and explore beyond Frankfurt's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt am Main Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Frankfurt. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Frankfurt, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HER to FRA in January. Temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) then.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany you'll want to see. Around 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Hamburg is another standout destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No journey is complete without visiting Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.
