- Must visit
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Major archaeological museum presenting Minoan art, sculpture, jewellery and finds from Knossos and sites across Crete.
Flights from Thessaloniki to Crete (Island) depart on average 35 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 01:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 622 km distance in 1h 10m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 622 km |
Average flight duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Flights per day 35 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 10m |
First flight 1:15 |
Last flight 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£208
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 13 m
Flights per day
70
Distance
622 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Thessaloniki to Crete (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Crete (Island) will cost around £208 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap flight tickets today for only £63.
Of the 70 flights that leave Thessaloniki for Crete (Island) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct flights cover the 622 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
The slowest flights will take 1 h 15 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.
FR 4982
A3576
A3129 · A3330
A3572
GQ391 · GQ208
A3570
A3576
A3572
FR 4982
GQ560The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Crete (Island) flights for today, Saturday 15 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A3570 | 12:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1h10 | 13:55 Heraklion International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
OS824 · OS883 | 13:25 Thessaloniki International Airport | 25h30 | 14:55 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
OS824 · OS811 | 13:25 Thessaloniki International Airport | 5h55 | 19:20 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
OS824 · OS817 | 13:25 Thessaloniki International Airport | 7h05 | 20:30 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ214 · GQ383 | 14:40 Thessaloniki International Airport | 3h35 | 18:15 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ250 · GQ383 | 14:40 Thessaloniki International Airport | 17h00 | 7:40 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ216 · GQ383 | 14:40 Thessaloniki International Airport | 7h05 | 21:45 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ254 · GQ383 | 14:40 Thessaloniki International Airport | 3h50 | 18:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3117 · A3336 | 14:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 4h10 | 18:55 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3117 · A3320 | 14:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 6h30 | 21:15 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3117 · A3318 | 14:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 2h50 | 17:35 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
LH5927+ LH4326 | 18:05 Thessaloniki International Airport | 15h25 | 9:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
LH5927+ 4Y1258 | 18:05 Thessaloniki International Airport | 15h25 | 9:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3121 · A3322 | 18:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 4h25 | 22:40 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3121 · A3328 | 18:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 6h20 | 0:35 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3121 · A3320 | 18:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 3h00 | 21:15 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3121 · A3344 | 18:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 5h05 | 23:20 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1775+ LH4326 | 18:30 Thessaloniki International Airport | 15h00 | 9:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
LH1775+ 4Y1258 | 18:30 Thessaloniki International Airport | 15h00 | 9:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ560 | 21:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 1h10 | 22:25 Heraklion International Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
GQ216 · GQ385 | 21:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 24h25 | 21:45 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ385 · GQ254 | 21:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 21h10 | 18:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ385 · GQ214 | 21:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 20h55 | 18:15 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ250 · GQ385 | 21:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 10h20 | 7:40 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
OS826 · OS181+ LH2638 | 21:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 14h25 | 12:10 Heraklion International Airport | 2 changes | |
OS826 · OS551+ AZ736 | 21:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 15h45 | 13:30 Heraklion International Airport | 2 changes | |
OS826 · OS883 | 21:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 17h10 | 14:55 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3127 · A3328 | 21:50 Thessaloniki International Airport | 2h45 | 0:35 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ389 · GQ254 | 23:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 19h10 | 18:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ389 · GQ216 | 23:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 22h25 | 21:45 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ214 · GQ389 | 23:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 18h55 | 18:15 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ389 · GQ250 | 23:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 8h20 | 7:40 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ389 · GQ208 | 23:20 Thessaloniki International Airport | 25h00 | 0:20 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
| Sunday 16 August | |||||
A3101 · A3304 | 6:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 2h35 | 8:35 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3101 · A3308 | 6:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 6h20 | 12:20 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3101 · A3332 | 6:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 2h45 | 8:45 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3101 · A3338 | 6:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 6h15 | 12:15 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3101 · A3306 | 6:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 4h55 | 10:55 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ391 · GQ214 | 7:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 11h15 | 18:15 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ391 · GQ252 | 7:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 7h30 | 14:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ210 · GQ391 | 7:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 25h00 | 8:00 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ208 · GQ391 | 7:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 17h20 | 0:20 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ391 · GQ256 | 7:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 15h05 | 22:05 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ216 · GQ391 | 7:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 14h45 | 21:45 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ254 · GQ391 | 7:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 11h30 | 18:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ250 · GQ391 | 7:00 Thessaloniki International Airport | 24h40 | 7:40 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3105 · A3308 | 7:40 Thessaloniki International Airport | 4h40 | 12:20 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3105 · A3338 | 7:40 Thessaloniki International Airport | 4h35 | 12:15 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3105 · A3306 | 7:40 Thessaloniki International Airport | 3h15 | 10:55 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3105 · A3314 | 7:40 Thessaloniki International Airport | 6h40 | 14:20 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
LH5931 · LH5922 | 7:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 8h50 | 16:35 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
LH5931+ OS184 · OS817 | 7:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 13h10 | 20:55 Heraklion International Airport | 2 changes | |
LH5931+ LH4324 | 7:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 9h25 | 17:10 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
LH5931+ 4Y1260 | 7:45 Thessaloniki International Airport | 9h25 | 17:10 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ620 · GQ651 | 8:55 Thessaloniki International Airport | 19h55 | 4:50 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ381 · GQ254 | 9:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 9h20 | 18:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ381 · GQ208 | 9:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 15h10 | 0:20 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ381 · GQ214 | 9:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 9h05 | 18:15 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ216 · GQ381 | 9:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 12h35 | 21:45 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ381 · GQ256 | 9:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 12h55 | 22:05 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ252 · GQ381 | 9:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 5h20 | 14:30 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ381 · GQ250 | 9:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 22h30 | 7:40 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
GQ381 · GQ210 | 9:10 Thessaloniki International Airport | 22h50 | 8:00 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3111 · A3314 | 11:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 3h05 | 14:20 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3111 · A3318 | 11:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 6h30 | 17:45 Heraklion International Airport | 1 change | |
A3111 · A3336 | 11:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 7h40 | 18:55 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
A3111 · A3334 | 11:15 Thessaloniki International Airport | 4h20 | 15:35 Chania International Airport | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Crete (Island) — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Crete (Island) trip today.
Major archaeological museum presenting Minoan art, sculpture, jewellery and finds from Knossos and sites across Crete.
Modern museum in Chania tracing Cretan history from prehistory to modern times through ceramics, mosaics and carved objects.
Well-curated museum in Vori exploring traditional Cretan life, crafts and social history through strong displays and local detail.
Atmospheric old quarter with Venetian lanes, harbour walks, shops and historic buildings that reward slow exploration.
Lively waterfront promenade in Heraklion lined with sea views, harbour activity and access to the Koules fortress.
Elegant old harbour district in Rethymno with narrow streets, coloured facades and an easy route between the port and Fortezza.
Dakos is a Cretan barley rusk topped with tomato, mizithra or feta, olive oil and oregano. It is a staple meze that showcases the island’s olive oil and produce.
Gamopilafo is a creamy rice dish cooked in rich meat stock, traditionally served at weddings. It is one of Crete’s signature celebratory foods.
Antikristo is lamb slow-roasted around an open fire with only salt. This ancient shepherds’ method is strongly associated with mountainous Crete.
Well-known Heraklion restaurant serving refined Cretan and Greek cooking in an elegant but relaxed setting near the historic centre.
Established seafront fish taverna in Rethymno, popular for fresh seafood, classic meze and harbour views.
Casual local favourite in Chania for traditional Cretan plates, grilled meats and hearty portions in a simple setting.
Moderate for a Greek island. Rooms, tavernas and buses are fair value, but resort areas, car hire and peak summer stays cost more than mainland Greece.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% at restaurants is appreciated. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés if service is good.
Official public transport app
Heraklion International Airport -> Lions Square, Heraklion
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thessaloniki to Crete (Island) 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 Crete (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Thessaloniki to Crete (Island) flights use the Thessaloniki International Airport to Heraklion International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Thessaloniki and Crete (Island) airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Thessaloniki International Airport is 1 km from Thessaloniki city centre. Public transport options include:
Thessaloniki International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Thessaloniki International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Thessaloniki International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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