Travelling from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Warsaw.
Every week, there are five Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flights.
Your WAW to HER flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport available through a range of airlines, flying to Heraklion (and then other corners of Greece) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Wizz Air.
Among carriers operating WAW to HER flights, Wizz Air is the most consistent for on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight is 45 €. A round-trip fare right now is 106 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from WAW to HER by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from WAW to HER.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
80% of flights departing from Warsaw Chopin Airport land at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from WAW.
Warsaw Chopin Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Warsaw. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to WAW? If you're catching an early flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Crete Heraklion Airport to the centre of Heraklion has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Heraklion. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from WAW to HER in January if you want to travel in 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 discover more of Greece. Travel around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to check off its popular sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.



