How to get to Athens from Heraklion

There are 2 options to travel between Heraklion and Athens including taking a ferry and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Heraklion to Athens is a ferry with an average price of £46.

This is compared to other travel options from Heraklion to Athens:

A ferry is £40 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heraklion to Athens costing on average £86.

The fastest way to travel from Heraklion to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 51m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Ferry takes on average 10h 17m.

The Heraklion to Athens distance is approximately 321 km.

The average frequency per day from Heraklion to Athens is:

• Around 8 flights per day.
• Around 5 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Heraklion and Athens 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 Heraklion to Athens:

• Flights mostly depart from Heraklion International Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
• Ferries mostly depart from Heraklion Port and arrive in Port of Piraeus.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Heraklion to Athens, 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 Athens by ferry.
• Travel with Aegean Airlines to go to Athens by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Heraklion to Athens 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 Aegean Airlines.

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To get from Heraklion to Athens, you can choose from several travel options including ferry and flight.

In Athens, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from Mount Lycabettus, explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market for antiques and souvenirs, and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the world's only stadium made entirely of marble. Take a peaceful stroll through the National Garden of Athens, experience a traditional Greek performance at the ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and explore the Acropolis of Athens with its iconic Parthenon. Learn about ancient Greek civilisation at the Acropolis Museum, discover the historic Ancient Agora of Athens, and visit the National Archaeological Museum. Don't miss the charming Plaka neighbourhood with its neoclassical architecture and vibrant local shops.

A visit of 3 to 4 days in Athens is typically sufficient to explore major attractions like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Plaka district, and the National Archaeological Museum, while also allowing some time to enjoy local cuisine and culture.