Travelling from Oslo to Heraklion Airport (HER): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll catch your flight from Oslo to Heraklion Airport (HER). Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are the main airports in Oslo.
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours. That's the average duration of a direct Oslo to Heraklion Airport flight.
Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Oslo.
To ensure you get on your flight from Oslo to HER, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
You can hop on a direct flight from Oslo to Heraklion Airport (HER) departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL).
Norwegian Air Shuttle is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Oslo to Heraklion Airport taking off from OSL.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Norwegian Air Shuttle between OSL and HER.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Oslo to HER that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between OSL and HER include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
OSL is about 48 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Oslo Airport Gardermoen? If you've booked an early flight from Oslo to Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Oslo Airport Gardermoen's on-time performance, data shows 71.98% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
TRF is about 121 kilometres from central Oslo. It'll take 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Oslo to HER flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Torp Sandefjord Airport:
Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time performance of 66.77%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
About Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Oslo to Heraklion Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Heraklion and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Oslo to Heraklion Airport flight.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to the centre of Heraklion is about 3 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Heraklion Airport is 48 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 105 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from Oslo to HER by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organise your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring cheap Oslo to Heraklion Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Oslo to HER by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Filters make it easier to land a deal on your flight from Oslo to Heraklion Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Oslo to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month for flights from Oslo to Heraklion Airport (HER). Visit Heraklion in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book an Oslo to HER plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Heraklion to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Oslo to Heraklion Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Heraklion
After booking your flight from Oslo to Heraklion Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Heraklion:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Heraklion when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Minoan Palace of Knossos followed by Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres west of Heraklion, a visit to Chania will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay.
Kos is another favourite destination in Greece and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Heraklion. No journey is complete without seeing Christina 3 Island Cruise, Ancient Agora and Castle of the Knight of Saint John.