Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Melbourne: what you need to know
Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion. Based in the UTC+11 timezone, Melbourne is nine hours ahead of Heraklion.
Allow plenty of time to catch your HER to Melbourne flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
HER is about 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 15 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Melbourne? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HER:
80.18% of flights leaving Heraklion Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from HER.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Melbourne
The best price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Melbourne flight is ₹ 52,980. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 188,906. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from HER to Melbourne, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Book a hotel close to MEL if you have a late flight from Heraklion Airport to Melbourne. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Follow your own route with a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Bargain Car Rentals, East Coast or Sixt and venture far and wide through Melbourne and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from HER to Melbourne.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport (AVV) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne. Once you've hopped off your flight from Heraklion Airport to Melbourne, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
Corio Bay Motel is one accommodation option within an easy drive of AVV. Unpack your bags here after your HER to Melbourne flight and then hang the 'Do not disturb' sign to get some rest.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Avalon Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sixt, Kangaroo Rental or yesaway car hire and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at AVV can get you a lower rate.
Essendon Airport (MEB)
Step off your flight from Heraklion Airport to Melbourne and head straight for your hotel or start exploring right away. The centre of Melbourne is around 19 kilometres from Essendon Airport (MEB) and usually takes 25 minutes to drive there.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip to the centre, find a hotel near MEB. Make yourself comfortable at one of these stays after your HER to Melbourne flight:
Whether you're searching for an economy for a solo trip or an SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the ideal Essendon Airport rental car for you. Browse the range of wheels available from providers such as East Coast, Ace Rental Cars and Goldcar.
Rental providers sometimes offer deals for early bookings, so secure your ride from MEB well ahead of your flight from Heraklion Airport to Melbourne. A little prep today saves cash tomorrow.
Best time to go to Melbourne
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Heraklion Airport to Melbourne. The city comes alive in high season, but prices are usually higher and major attractions can be busy. Visit Melbourne in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your Heraklion Airport to Melbourne plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. January is the warmest month in Melbourne, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HER to Melbourne in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Melbourne
After booking your flight from Heraklion Airport to Melbourne, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Melbourne:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. National Gallery of Victoria, Federation Square and Eureka Skydeck 88 are highlights which should be on every Melbourne itinerary.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Melbourne, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel around 467 kilometres north-east to Canberra to check off its top sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Launceston is another essential stop in Australia and is around 451 kilometres south-east of Melbourne. No trip is complete without dropping by City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.