Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport.
Leipzig is one hour behind Heraklion and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are three Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, take the 11:15 Condor flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 20:20 with Condor.
To ensure you catch your HER to LEJ flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Leipzig (and then seeing more of Germany!) is a snap with Condor. This popular airline has direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport.
Condor is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HER and LEJ:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
At the moment, 65 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 153 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from HER to LEJ by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HER to LEJ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from HER make it to their destination as scheduled 80.18% of the time.
Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near HER. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Reserve a hotel close to LEJ if you're on a late Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Leipzig/Halle Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Sixt and experience more of Leipzig and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Leipzig/Halle Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to central Leipzig
Leipzig/Halle Airport to central Leipzig has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Leipzig based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Leipzig is August, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Heraklion Airport to Leipzig/Halle Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HER to LEJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Leipzig, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Journey around 153 kilometres north-east to Berlin to check off its top sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 290 kilometres north-west of Leipzig, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Experience major highlights starting with Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.