Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Venice: what you need to know
Venice is one hour behind Heraklion, where Heraklion Airport is located. Venice observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your HER to Venice flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from HER to Venice, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion, HER can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Venice? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near HER:
Heraklion Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from HER make it to their destination as scheduled 80.18% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Venice
The best price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Venice flight is 53 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 145 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from HER to Venice, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Heraklion Airport to Venice is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across each month and land a sweet deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from HER to Venice.
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Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The distance from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Heraklion Airport to Venice, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near VCE:
Pick up a Venice Marco Polo Airport rental car and explore Venice and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Italy Car Rent are popular providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Venice Marco Polo Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from HER to Venice.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
Once your flight from Heraklion Airport to Venice has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Venice is roughly 40 kilometres from Treviso Airport (TSF).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to TSF. Unwind and get cosy after your HER to Venice flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Treviso Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from RentSmart24, Noleggiare or Sicily by Car and be off and running.
Score the best price by securing your ride from TSF one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Venice
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Heraklion Airport to Venice. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Venice in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
When booking your Heraklion Airport to Venice plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Venice, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HER to Venice in January when temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Venice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Venice right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Venice:
Saint Mark's Basilica and St. Mark's Square are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Venice to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Doge's Palace.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've seen Venice. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Roman Forum.
Milan is another sought-after destination in Italy and is around 241 kilometres west of Venice. No trip is complete without dropping by Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.