Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to London: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to London.
Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is two hours behind Heraklion.
Heraklion Airport (HER) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most popular route, with 17 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from HER to LGW is with easyJet at 23:45. Choose the first departure with easyJet at 01:05 if you want to fly out earlier.
To avoid missing your HER to London flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
You can travel nonstop from HER to London. Pick from these arrival points when searching for a Heraklion Airport to London ticket:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Heraklion Airport to London, such as:
We make it simple to book flight tickets from HER to London with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion, HER can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near HER. Whether you're catching an early flight from Heraklion Airport to London or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are all about convenience:
Heraklion Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.18% of flights that take off from HER arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to London
C$51 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to London flight. A round-trip ticket right now is C$104. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flights from HER to London, book your journey one month before your departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Heraklion Airport to London tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HER to London by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to London.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Heraklion Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from HER to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The centre of London is about 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Once your flight from Heraklion Airport to London has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour 20 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your HER to London flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and make a speedy getaway.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from LGW three weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Stansted Airport (STN) is around 64 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by ride-share or cab once you've hopped off your flight from Heraklion Airport to London.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes using public transport.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, find a hotel close to STN. Make yourself comfy at one of these stays after your HER to London flight:
Start your travels without stressing over how to arrive at your destination with a Stansted Airport rental car. Book your ideal wheels with reliable names here like Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
About four weeks ahead of your flight from Heraklion Airport to London is a good time to secure your ride from STN. You're more likely to get a better rate or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to London
Visit London during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Heraklion Airport to London during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Heraklion Airport to London flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from HER to London around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Heraklion Airport to London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are top attractions which should be on every London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of United Kingdom. Journey around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.