Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion is six hours ahead of Toronto and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Your YYZ 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 when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is 222 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 591 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from YYZ to HER. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Pearson International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
When it comes to Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, 63.97% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Toronto to Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near YYZ? If you've booked an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HER if you're on a late Pearson International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle 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. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month for flights from Pearson International Airport to Heraklion Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Heraklion in February.
Lock in your flight from Pearson International Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YYZ to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Heraklion, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Journey around 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, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Any trip through Greece wouldn't be complete without a stop in Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are just a couple of highlights in this destination, which is about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.