Flying from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Leeds.
You can choose from five weekly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport flights. The 05:25 departure with Jet2 is the earliest you can take. Jet2 operates the last service of the day at 17:25.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your LBA to HER flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Jet2 has direct flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Jet2.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LBA and HER include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Belfast International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
₹ 8,544 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 16,392. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from LBA to HER. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LBA to HER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)
Of the departures from Leeds Bradford International Airport, 68.63% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Leeds Bradford International Airport from central Leeds, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LBA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're coming in on a late Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases 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 outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Leeds Bradford International Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LBA to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Where to next? Journey to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is known for highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
