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Flight deals from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Heraklion.177 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Rotterdam on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Rotterdam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 177 €, select.
Heraklion.180 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Fri, 23 May.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Rotterdam on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Rotterdam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 180 €, select.
Heraklion.199 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Sep, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Rotterdam on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Rotterdam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 199 €, select.
Heraklion.208 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun, returning Thu, 26 Jun.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Rotterdam on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Rotterdam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 208 €, select.
Heraklion.210 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Rotterdam on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Rotterdam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 210 €, select.
Heraklion.222 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Wed, 9 Jul.Return flight with transavia.Outbound direct flight with transavia departs from Rotterdam on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with transavia departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 9 Jul, arriving in Rotterdam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 222 €, select.
Heraklion.249 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Fri, 10 Oct.Return flight with transavia and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with transavia, departs from Rotterdam on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Rotterdam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 249 €, select.
Heraklion.254 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with transavia and Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with transavia, departs from Rotterdam on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Rotterdam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 254 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion

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

Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Rotterdam to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Rotterdam to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found177 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlinetransavia
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion is 177 €. 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.
3 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion.
transavia, Tuifly.be and Fly2Sky fly direct from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion.
As of May 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Rotterdam to Crete Heraklion is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Rotterdam Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Monday, 25 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 30 minutes.
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.
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.
Currently, transavia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Travelling from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.

  • Heraklion is one hour ahead of Rotterdam and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Your RTM to HER flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Transavia is your ticket to exploring Heraklion (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Transavia on this route.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between RTM and HER include:

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Edinburgh Airport

    • Rhodes Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • At the moment, 79 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 177 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book nine months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RTM to HER.

  • Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RTM to HER by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)

  • When it comes to Rotterdam The Hague Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.67% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Rotterdam to Rotterdam The Hague Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near RTM. Whether you have an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • If you have a late Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near HER:

  • Explore without limits with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and see more of Heraklion and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance.

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Heraklion Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 15 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Heraklion in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you want to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from RTM 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 seen Heraklion, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to check off its popular sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Any journey through Greece should include a visit to Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are among the highlights in this destination, which is around 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.

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