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Overview: London to Heraklion flight
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Flights from London to Heraklion depart on average 35 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £52 if you book in advance.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 00:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest flight covers the 2696 km distance in 3h 55m. November is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2696 km |
Average flight duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Flights per day 35 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 3h 55m |
Cheapest month to travel November |
First flight 00:55 |
Last flight 23:50 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Heraklion
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£119
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Flights per day
3
Distance
2696 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Heraklion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Heraklion will cost around £119 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £99.
Of the 3 flights that leave London for Heraklion every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 2696 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
The slowest flights will take 12 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Live departures
London to Heraklion flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Heraklion flights for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:30 London | 4h05 | 18:35 Heraklion | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 15:45 London | 3h55 | 19:40 Heraklion | 0 changesdirect | |
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Flights from London to Heraklion
Flights from London to Heraklion leave London's main airports every day. There are over 35 direct flights to choose from each week as well as dozens of flights with convenient stops at key European airports such as Paris Charles de Gaulle and Dusseldorf. The 1675 mile journey usually takes just under 4h.
Which airlines fly from London to Heraklion?
Several airlines, including British Airways, offer direct flights to Heraklion from London. easyJet is one of the main carriers and provides around half of the week's direct flights. Eurowings offers a host of versatile options for business travellers, sometimes in partnership with other popular airlines like Flybe, Ryanair and easyJet.
How long is the flight from London to Heraklion?
Most flights from London to Heraklion are completed in about 4h. easyJet is often one of the fastest carriers with flights landing 3h45m after take off. Passengers flying with Eurowings will find that journey times vary according to the number and locations of stops.
How many flights are there from London to Heraklion?
There are between four and six direct flights to Heraklion from London on each day of the week. Non-stop flights often depart either early in the morning or late in the afternoon. The first indirect flight leaves London for Heraklion at around 06:00 and departures continue until after midnight.
FAQs: London to Heraklion flights
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Heraklion by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Heraklion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Flights from London to Heraklion generally leave from London Gatwick Airport and arrive in Heraklion International Airport.
London Gatwick Airport is 46.6 km away from London city centre and Heraklion International Airport is 4.9 km from Heraklion city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in London and Heraklion
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Shower
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found Office- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available, located in the main terminal, including duty-free and souvenir shops.
- Parking available with short-term and long-term options, approximately 2.5€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, Skyserv Lounge in the departures area.
- Located in the arrivals area.
- Bus: 1, 78
- Train: NA
- Metro: NA
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