Flying from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
A direct flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport takes on average 3 hours 7 minutes. The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which makes it 1 hour ahead of Leipzig.
There are 3 flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport every week. Hop on the 06:10 flight if you want to get going as early as possible. If you're keen to leave later, the last flight from LEJ to HER departs at 21:30.
Traveling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Heraklion (and then exploring more of Greece!) is easy with Condor. This popular airline runs direct flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport.
If you want to break up your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the LEJ - HER route include:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Vienna International Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Greece. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before organizing your cheap ticket from LEJ to HER, check with your carrier and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
C$130 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport. Return flights start at C$248. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from LEJ to HER if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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Handy information about Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
Leipzig/Halle Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Leipzig. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 29 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near LEJ. Whether you have an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HER if you're taking a late flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you want to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LEJ to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Heraklion
Start your Heraklion trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from LEJ to HER, have a look at our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis and Koules Fortress are highlights which should be on any good Heraklion itinerary.
Complete your Heraklion trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Heraklion Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Heraklion.