Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Heraklion six hours ahead of Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your RDU to HER flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between RDU and HER:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
₹ 78,631 is the lowest price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 100,533. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from RDU to HER. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Heraklion Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.09% of flights that depart RDU arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Durham to Raleigh-Durham International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near HER:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Heraklion Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. 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 RDU to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 16ºC then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen 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.
Next? Journey to Acharnes. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is known for highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
