Flying from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Heraklion is one hour behind Antalya and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your AYT to HER flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
TUIfly Netherlands offers direct flights from Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is TUIfly Netherlands.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between AYT and HER:
Tirana International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Mosnov Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Antalya Airport (AYT) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
₹ 19,731 is the best price for a one-way Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts at ₹ 27,126. These prices may change based on demand.
Book ten months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from AYT to HER.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from AYT to HER.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Antalya Airport (AYT)
79.67% of flights that depart Antalya Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Antalya Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Antalya. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near AYT? If you've booked an early flight from Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're arriving on a late Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near HER:
Pick up a Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Antalya Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AYT to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece you should also see. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Journey 338 kilometres north from Heraklion to reach Acharnes, another notable destination in Greece. Kick off your sightseeing at Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
