Flying from Lille Airport (LIL) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Heraklion is one hour ahead of Lille and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LIL to HER flight.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Sky Express is your gateway to exploring Heraklion (and maybe even some other great parts of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Sky Express.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between LIL and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
Rhodes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lille Airport (LIL) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is ₹ 3,186. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 17,188. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from LIL to HER, reserve your trip ten months before your departure.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lille Airport (LIL)
Of all flights departing from Lille Airport, 70.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Lille Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Lille. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LIL:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Lille Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LIL to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've experienced Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Your trip through Greece wouldn't be complete without a stop in Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are highlights in this destination, which is about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.
