Travelling from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Vienna.
Flights from VIE to HER start from 06:05 — the earliest with Austrian. The last departure is at 17:05 with Austrian. Overall, you can take your pick of seven weekly Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport flights.
Your VIE to HER flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Ryanair is your ticket to exploring Heraklion (and maybe even some other great parts of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Ryanair.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
At the moment, 57 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 115 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from VIE to HER.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from VIE to HER by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Vienna International Airport (VIE)
78.59% of flights that depart Vienna International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Vienna to Vienna International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel near VIE? If you're boarding an early flight from Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're landing on a late Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near HER:
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 to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It'll take around 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the busiest month for flights from Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Heraklion in February.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Vienna International Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from VIE to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Heraklion, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its top sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, your itinerary will be busy.
Any journey through Greece isn't complete without visiting Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are just a couple of highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.