Flying from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Chicago.
Leave plenty of time to make your ORD to HER flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ORD and HER:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% land on time at their destination.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Grab a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car and explore Heraklion and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Crete Heraklion Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Crete Heraklion Airport to the centre of Heraklion has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ORD to HER sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.