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Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Heraklion
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Heraklion among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £47, while a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 321 km
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Most popular Flight | Ferry |
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£84 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 38m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Heraklion is a ferry with an average price of £47.
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Heraklion:
A ferry is £36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Heraklion costing on average £84.
The fastest way to travel from Athens to Heraklion is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 54m.
Other travel options to Heraklion take longer:
Ferry takes on average 10h 38m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Athens and Heraklion including taking a ferry and flight.
Travel optionsfrom Athens to Heraklion
How to get to Heraklion from Athens by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Athens to Heraklion is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- ASTERION II21:009h50Port of Piraeus6:50Heraklion Port£291One-way0 changes
Cheapest
- ASTERION II21:009h50Port of Piraeus6:50Heraklion Port£291One-way0 changes
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GQ21823:000h50Athens International Airport23:50Heraklion International Airport£691One-way0 changes
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Flight
Ferry
- GQ2107:100h50Athens International Airport8:00Heraklion International Airport£691One-way0 changes
- GQ21620:550h50Athens International Airport21:45Heraklion International Airport£691One-way0 changes
- GQ21214:350h55Athens International Airport15:30Heraklion International Airport£721One-way0 changes
- KISSAMOS22:009h25Port of Piraeus7:25Port of Souda£471One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 29:307h55Port of Piraeus17:25Heraklion Port£801One-way0 changes
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Best day trips from Heraklion by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Heraklion are Agios Nikolaos, Rethymno, Chania, Malia and Sitia. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Heraklion on Omio.
Day trip from Heraklion to Rethymno by bus
Day trip from Heraklion to Chania by bus
Why visit Chania for the day?
Chania is a harbour city on Crete known for its Venetian lighthouse and layered Greek, Venetian and Ottoman heritage. The old town, waterfront and nearby beaches give it a relaxed character with plenty of local life.
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FAQs: Athens to Heraklion
Travel to Heraklion easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Athens to Heraklion.
There are 2 options to travel between Athens and Heraklion including taking a ferry and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Heraklion is a ferry with an average price of £47.
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Heraklion:
A ferry is £36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Heraklion costing on average £84.
The fastest way to travel from Athens to Heraklion is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 54m.
Other travel options to Heraklion take longer:
Ferry takes on average 10h 38m.
The Athens to Heraklion distance is approximately 321 km.
The average frequency per day from Athens to Heraklion is:
- Around 8 flights per day.
- Around 5 ferries per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Athens and Heraklion as scheduled services by ferry and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Athens to Heraklion:
- Flights mostly depart from Athens International Airport and arrive in Heraklion International Airport.
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Piraeus and arrive in Heraklion Port.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Athens to Heraklion, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Seajets to go to Heraklion by ferry.
- Travel with Blue Bird airways, Aegean Airlines to go to Heraklion by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Athens to Heraklion with the following travel companies:
- 5 direct ferries per day with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Seajets.
- 8 direct flights per day with Blue Bird airways, Aegean Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Athens to Heraklion often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Chania, Thessaloniki, Bucharest, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Heraklion and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Athens to Heraklion, you can choose from several travel options including ferry and flight.
To fully explore Heraklion, including its historical sites like the Palace of Knossos, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and nearby natural attractions, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
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