Travelling from Houston to Heraklion International Airport (HER): What you need to know
Heraklion International Airport is located in Heraklion. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is eight hours ahead of Houston.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Houston to HER.
If you're getting away during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Houston to HER with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IAH and HER include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Heraklion International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of the departures from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can get to HOU from the centre of Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Houston to HER flight, stay in one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on time.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Heraklion International Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Heraklion International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Houston to Heraklion International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Central Heraklion is roughly 3 kilometres from Heraklion International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Heraklion International Airport (HER)
Right now, 283 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Heraklion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 686 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to HER. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Houston to Heraklion International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Heraklion International Airport (HER)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Heraklion International Airport (HER). August is when most people visit Heraklion. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Houston to HER plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Heraklion International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Heraklion
Start your Heraklion trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Heraklion International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Knossos Palace, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour of Heraklion are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Heraklion itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
Chania is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Heraklion. Around 105 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Katholiko Bay, Kalamaki Beach and Tersanas Beach.
Kos is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 257 kilometres northeast of Heraklion. No journey is complete without experiencing Ancient Agora, Castle of the Knight of Saint John and Lambi Beach.
