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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 102 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Heraklion.69 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 28 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 69 €, select.

Heraklion.76 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Sun, 28 Mar.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 28 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 76 €, select.

Heraklion.80 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 80 €, select.

Heraklion.90 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 90 €, select.

Heraklion.100 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Jet2 and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Jet2, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 100 €, select.

Heraklion.102 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 102 €, select.

Heraklion.105 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with easyJet and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 105 €, select.

Heraklion.109 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 109 €, select.

Heraklion.117 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 117 €, select.

Heraklion.138 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr, returning Thu, 15 Apr.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 138 €, select.

Heraklion.147 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with easyJet and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 147 €, select.

Heraklion.148 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Jun.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 10 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 148 €, select.

Heraklion.158 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 158 €, select.

Heraklion.164 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 164 €, select.

Heraklion.166 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 166 €, select.

Heraklion.174 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with easyJet and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 174 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in September.

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London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

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London to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	69 €
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	4 hrs, 6 mins
Most popular airline	easyJet
Average flights per week	31

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion is 69 €. 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.

How long does it take to fly from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion?

4 hours and 6 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion?

easyJet, BA Euroflyer and British Airways fly direct from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion.

How many flights are there a week from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion?

As of September 2026, there are 31 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Crete Heraklion is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Tuesday, 22 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Crete Heraklion?

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 Crete Heraklion 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Heraklion?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion with?

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is 4 hours.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 18 weekly London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flights.
Your LGW to HER flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can travel nonstop to Heraklion, Greece. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport:
EasyJet tops the list for bookings on this route.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates LGW to HER flights. A dependable 92.0% of its departures on this route land on time.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LGW and HER:
- Frankfurt am Main Airport
- Munich Airport
- Athens International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight is 31 €. A return fare is currently 69 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book four months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LGW to HER.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LGW to HER.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

London Gatwick Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from LGW arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you have an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

Book a hotel close to HER if you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car and explore Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

Crete Heraklion Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Heraklion. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to visit Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to HER in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its leading sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.