Flying from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion is seven hours ahead of Atlanta and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ATL to HER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. These are the top stopovers between ATL and HER:
London Heathrow Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight is R 5,731. A round-trip ticket right now is R 12,172. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ATL to HER if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ATL to HER by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
77% of flights leaving from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to ATL? If you've booked an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Follow your own route with a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and venture far and wide through Heraklion and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to visit Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ATL to HER in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Journey around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to check off its popular sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you busy.
