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Flight deals from Belfast to Crete Heraklion Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Belfast to Crete Heraklion Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,397. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Heraklion.R 1,194 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Belfast International on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,194, select.
Heraklion.R 1,535 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Belfast International on Sat, 27 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,535, select.
Heraklion.R 1,624 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Belfast International on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,624, select.
Heraklion.R 1,668 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Belfast International on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,668, select.
Heraklion.R 1,696 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Belfast International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,696, select.
Heraklion.R 2,285 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 May.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Belfast International on Mon, 25 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,285, select.
Heraklion.R 2,514 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Belfast International on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,514, select.
Heraklion.R 2,672 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Belfast International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,672, select.
Heraklion.R 2,684 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Belfast International on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,684, select.
Heraklion.R 2,944 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Belfast International on Sat, 28 Mar, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,944, select.
Heraklion.R 3,801 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Belfast International on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,801, select.
Heraklion.R 4,124 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Belfast International on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,124, select.
Heraklion.R 4,540 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Belfast International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,540, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Belfast to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from R 2,944
Apr
from R 1,194
May
from R 1,668
Jun
from R 1,535
Jul
from R 2,684
Aug
from R 1,624
Sep
from R 2,514
Oct
from R 1,696
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Direct flights from Belfast to Crete Heraklion

Belfast to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Belfast to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Crete Heraklion

4km from central Heraklion
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Belfast to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,194
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineJet2
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Belfast to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Belfast to Crete Heraklion is R 2,265. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Belfast to Crete Heraklion.
Jet2 flies direct from Belfast to Crete Heraklion.
As of March 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Belfast to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Belfast to Crete Heraklion is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Belfast to Crete Heraklion Airport on Sunday, 26 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Heraklion but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport (HER): What you need to know

  • Belfast's main base, Belfast International Airport (BFS), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport (HER).

  • Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Belfast to Heraklion International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Belfast. Heraklion International Airport is located in Heraklion.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Belfast to HER.

  • Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.

Airports in Belfast

Belfast International Airport (BFS)

  • Get there in one go from Belfast International Airport (BFS). Nonstop flights from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport (HER) are available from here.

  • When taking off from BFS, you can take a direct flight from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport with Jet2.

  • Jet2 is the airline most travellers choose for flights from BFS to HER.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Belfast to HER leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:

    • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Manchester Airport (MAN)

    • London Luton Airport (LTN)

  • Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:

  • When it comes to Belfast International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)

  • Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport. Here's where you can connect between George Best Belfast City Airport and HER:

    • Manchester Airport (MAN)

    • Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)

    • East Midlands Airport (EMA)

  • BHD is around 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.

  • Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to HER flight:

  • 69% of flights leaving George Best Belfast City Airport meet their expected arrival time.

About Heraklion International Airport (HER)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near HER:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Heraklion International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.

  • Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Belfast to Heraklion International Airport flight.

Getting from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Central Heraklion is around 3 kilometres from Heraklion International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport (HER)

  • Right now, R 1,194 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,265. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Belfast to HER.

  • The best month for picking up cheap Belfast to Heraklion International Airport tickets is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on plane tickets from Belfast to HER.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport.

The best time to fly from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport (HER)

  • Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. January is the quietest month to go to Heraklion. August is when most people book flights from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport (HER), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.

  • When booking your Belfast to HER plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).

More about Heraklion

  • After booking your flight from Belfast to Heraklion International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Heraklion:

  • There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Heraklion when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at Knossos Palace followed by Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour of Heraklion.

Explore more of Greece

  • Chania is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Heraklion. Around 105 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay.

  • Around 257 kilometres northeast of Heraklion, Kos is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Ancient Agora, Castle of the Knight of Saint John and Lambi Beach.

Plan the rest of your trip from Belfast to Heraklion

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