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94 € Cheap Flights from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul

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Flight deals from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.94 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar, returning Tue, 7 Apr.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 94 €, select.
Istanbul.94 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 94 €, select.
Istanbul.95 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Thu, 22 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 95 €, select.
Istanbul.97 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 97 €, select.
Istanbul.112 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 112 €, select.
Istanbul.116 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 116 €, select.
Istanbul.116 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan, returning Mon, 9 Feb.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Istanbul on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 116 €, select.
Istanbul.125 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with Aegean Airlines and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 18 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From 125 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jan
from 151 €
Feb
from 132 €
Mar
from 97 €
Apr
from 125 €
May
from 130 €
Jun
from 166 €
Jul
from 150 €
Aug
from 236 €
Sep
from 193 €
Oct
from 94 €
Nov
from 268 €
Dec
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Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul

Crete Heraklion to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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

Heraklion to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found94 €
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 29 mins
Most popular airlineAegean Airlines
Average flights per week5

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul is 94 €. 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.
1 hour and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul.
Aegean Airlines flies direct from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul.
As of January 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Istanbul is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 29 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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Heraklion.

  • To ensure you catch your HER to IST flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HER and IST include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is 30 €. A return ticket is currently 94 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from HER to IST, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from HER to IST.

  • Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Heraklion Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.18% of flights that take off from HER arrive at their destination without delay.

  • To get to Heraklion Airport from central Heraklion, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 15 minutes when using public transport.

  • Booked an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to HER:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When reserving your flight from Heraklion Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HER to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've seen Istanbul, now it's time to explore other parts of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to tick off its leading sights. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Heraklion to Istanbul

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