Flying from Paris to Heraklion International Airport (HER): What you need to know
Paris is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Paris to Heraklion International Airport (HER) leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
3 hours 25 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Paris to Heraklion International Airport flight.
Heraklion International Airport is located in Heraklion. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Paris.
The busiest route is from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Heraklion International Airport (HER), with 12 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from CDG to HER is the 6:10am easyJet option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 8:35pm with Sky Express.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Paris to HER.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Paris to Heraklion International Airport (HER) leaving from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Paris to Heraklion International Airport departing from CDG. Reserve your trip with one of these:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between CDG and HER is easyJet.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is easyJet.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Paris to HER departing from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport (LYS)
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Located around 26 kilometres from the centre of Paris, CDG can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Paris to Heraklion International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, 65% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Consider starting your journey from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). You can book a direct Paris to Heraklion International Airport (HER) plane ticket from this hub.
From ORY, direct flights from Paris to HER are available with Transavia France.
On the ORY to HER route, Transavia France is the preferred choice of many.
Transavia France is the most reliable carrier flying from Paris Orly Airport to Heraklion International Airport, with 78.05% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Paris to Heraklion International Airport, check out these options when taking off from Paris Orly Airport:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in about 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Paris to HER flight? Unwind in a hotel near Paris Orly Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Flights from Paris Orly Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving as expected.
You'll find ORY at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Reserve a plane ticket from Paris to Heraklion International Airport (HER) departing from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BVA and HER are:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
The trip to BVA from the centre of Paris is around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Paris to Heraklion International Airport flight:
Flights that take off from BVA make it to their destination within the expected time frame 71% of the time.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
About Heraklion International Airport (HER)
Reserve a hotel close to HER if you're catching a late flight from Paris to Heraklion International Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around three weeks before your Paris to Heraklion International Airport flight.
Getting from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion International Airport to central Heraklion is around 3 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Heraklion International Airport (HER)
At the moment, 50 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Paris to Heraklion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 82 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Paris to HER by booking three months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Paris to Heraklion International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Nail down a great price on a flight from Paris to Heraklion International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Paris to Heraklion International Airport (HER)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. January is the quietest month to go to Heraklion. August is when most people book flights from Paris to Heraklion International Airport (HER), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Paris 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).
January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Paris to Heraklion International 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 perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Paris to Heraklion International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Heraklion to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Old Venetian Harbour of Heraklion.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 105 kilometres west of Heraklion, a trip to Chania will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Katholiko Bay, Kalamaki Beach and Tersanas Beach.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Greece, consider Kos, about 257 kilometres northeast of Heraklion. Ancient Agora, Castle of the Knight of Saint John and Lambi Beach are the start of reasons to visit.
