Flying from Demokritos Airport (AXD) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Alexandroupolis Dimokritos and Heraklion share the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your AXD to HER flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport. Many travellers pass through Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Demokritos Airport (AXD) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
At the moment, R 750 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,376. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from AXD to HER, book your journey eight months ahead of your planned departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Demokritos Airport (AXD)
86.32% of flights leaving Demokritos Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from AXD.
Central Alexandroupolis Dimokritos to Demokritos Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near AXD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
Consider booking a hotel near HER if you're catching a late Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Demokritos Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AXD to HER around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Your trip through Greece wouldn't be complete without a stop in Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.

