Travelling from New York to Heraklion Airport (HER): What you need to know
Organising your flight from New York to Heraklion Airport (HER) begins with finding the right airport to take off from. John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are your options in New York.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is six hours ahead of New York. Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion.
To ensure you catch your flight from New York to HER, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
In peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to HER. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Heraklion Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
Of all flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Split up your flight from New York to Heraklion Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and HER include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
EWR is about 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to HER flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 73.3%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
The address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 18 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 25 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near LaGuardia Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early New York to Heraklion Airport flight:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights touch down on schedule and your trip is smooth and easy.
The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
About Heraklion Airport (HER)
Consider staying in a hotel near HER if you have a late flight from New York to Heraklion Airport. Pick one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Grab a Heraklion Airport rental car and explore Heraklion and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your New York to Heraklion Airport flight.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
The centre of Heraklion is around 3 kilometres from Heraklion Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Heraklion Airport (HER)
132 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from New York to Heraklion Airport. Return flights start from 397 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from New York to HER. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap New York to Heraklion Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month for flights from New York to Heraklion Airport (HER). Visit Heraklion in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your New York to HER plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Heraklion Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Heraklion
Start your Heraklion trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Heraklion Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your Heraklion trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Minoan Palace of Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour.
Explore more of Greece
Chania is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Heraklion. Around 105 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Heraklion, Kos is another essential stop in Greece. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Christina 3 Island Cruise, Ancient Agora and Castle of the Knight of Saint John.