Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Calgary.
To ensure you get on your YYC to HER flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is 223 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 604 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from YYC to HER, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport to Heraklion Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from YYC to HER.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Calgary International Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
YYC is located at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
65.39% of flights that leave from Calgary International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Calgary International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Calgary. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near YYC:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're arriving on a late Calgary International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near HER:
Travel at your own pace with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and venture far and wide through Heraklion and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Calgary International Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Calgary International Airport to Heraklion Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYC to HER sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Heraklion, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Set out 338 kilometres north from Heraklion and you'll reach Acharnes, another well-known stop in Greece. No trip is complete without seeing Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.