On this page, you can book flights from Thessaloniki to Heraklion. The 619 km route is serviced regularly, with about 12 direct flights per week, allowing for quick travel between mainland Northern Greece and the island of Crete.
Flights on this route are operated by GQ and A3. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-fare calendar to find the best deals, and check the sections on how to get to the Thessaloniki and Heraklion airports for transfer information.
The table shows direct flights Thessaloniki → Heraklion on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Departures from Thessaloniki International Airport airports, arrivals at Heraklion Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Thessaloniki — Heraklion by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 175 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 1,232 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Thessaloniki → Heraklion, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 231 | low | May | AED 314 | medium | Sep | AED 356 | high |
| Feb | AED 231 | low | Jun | AED 356 | high | Oct | AED 314 | medium |
| Mar | AED 251 | low | Jul | AED 398 | high | Nov | AED 251 | low |
| Apr | AED 293 | medium | Aug | AED 419 | high | Dec | AED 251 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time in Heraklion is traditionally July and August, when temperatures reach up to 28.7°C. The highest rainfall occurs in December and January, which also see the lowest average annual temperatures of around 9°C.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in October, with prices starting AED 175. Peak pricing occurs in April, when the minimum fare increases to AED 1,232.
September is an optimal choice for a trip: the weather remains dry and warm (up to 26.2°C), and prices begin to decrease compared to the high summer season. It is best to avoid booking for April if you are traveling on a budget.
Two main airlines operate on the Thessaloniki — Heraklion route: Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Most of the 12 weekly flights are direct, allowing you to reach Crete as quickly as possible, with Aegean Airlines flying the route most frequently. You can check the detailed schedule for specific days of the week and choose the best option from the list below.
Flights Thessaloniki — Heraklion depart from Thessaloniki International Airport and arrive at Heraklion Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route usually takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, covering a distance of 619 km.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Greek carriers Sky Express (GQ) and Aegean Airlines (A3).
Yes, most of the 12 weekly flights are direct, making air travel the fastest way to travel between these cities.
Flights from Thessaloniki arrive at Heraklion International Airport, "Nikos Kazantzakis" (HER).
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand and season; the current minimum for your dates is always available in the low-fare calendar on this page.
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