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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion

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Flight deals from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Heraklion.R 511 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Birmingham on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 511, select.
Heraklion.R 836 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Birmingham on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 836, select.
Heraklion.R 1,134 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Birmingham on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,134, select.
Heraklion.R 2,023 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Birmingham on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,023, select.
Heraklion.R 2,238 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Birmingham on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,238, select.
Heraklion.R 2,256 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,256, select.
Heraklion.R 2,413 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 May.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Birmingham on Mon, 11 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,413, select.
Heraklion.R 2,500 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Jan.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Birmingham on Sat, 24 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,500, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in November.
Sep
from R 1,134
Oct
from R 836
Nov
from R 511
Dec
from R 2,874
Jan
from R 2,500
Feb
Find prices
Mar
from R 2,709
Apr
from R 2,256
May
from R 2,413
Jun
from R 2,765
Jul
from R 3,404
Aug
from R 2,023

Direct flights from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion

Birmingham to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

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

Birmingham to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 511
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineJet2
Average flights per week6

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion is R 2,267. 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 3 minutes is the average flight time from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion.
Jet2, TUI and easyJet fly direct from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion.
As of September 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 3 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.
Currently, Jet2 offers the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport.

  • The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Birmingham.

  • Each week, there are six Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, select the 06:00 Jet2 flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 18:05 with Jet2.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your BHX to HER flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Jet2 is your gateway to discovering Heraklion (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Jet2 is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BHX and HER:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

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

  • R 511 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,267. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BHX to HER. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Plan your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BHX to HER.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport.

Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • Of all flights leaving Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 50 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BHX:

Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HER instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks before you travel.

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 driving.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.

When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Heraklion in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BHX to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of 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.

  • Next stop? Travel to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is home to highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.

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