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Flight deals from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,294. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Heraklion.R 1,096 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Glasgow Intl on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,096, select.
Heraklion.R 1,240 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,240, select.
Heraklion.R 1,453 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Glasgow Prestwick on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,453, select.
Heraklion.R 1,500 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,500, select.
Heraklion.R 1,522 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Glasgow Intl on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,522, select.
Heraklion.R 2,042 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Glasgow Intl on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,042, select.
Heraklion.R 2,283 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,283, select.
Heraklion.R 2,631 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Glasgow Intl on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,631, select.
Heraklion.R 3,066 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Glasgow Intl on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,066, select.
Heraklion.R 3,145 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Glasgow Intl on Thu, 24 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,145, select.
Heraklion.R 3,317 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Glasgow Intl on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,317, select.
Heraklion.R 3,480 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 May.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Glasgow Intl on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,480, select.
Heraklion.R 3,522 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Glasgow Intl on Fri, 18 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,522, select.
Heraklion.R 3,675 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Glasgow Intl on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,675, select.
Heraklion.R 4,316 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,316, select.
Heraklion.R 6,296 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Jet2.Outbound direct flight with Jet2 departs from Glasgow Intl on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,296, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Glasgow to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 1,500
Aug
from R 1,096
Sep
from R 1,453
Oct
from R 1,240
Nov
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Dec
from R 3,522
Jan
from R 3,317
Feb
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Mar
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Apr
from R 2,631
May
from R 2,042
Jun
from R 3,145

Direct flights from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion

Glasgow to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Glasgow 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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from R 1,107
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Sitia

90km from central Heraklion
from R 2,212
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Glasgow to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,107
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 23 mins
Most popular airlineJet2
Average flights per week3

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion is R 2,851. 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 23 minutes is the average flight time from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion.
Jet2 flies direct from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion.
As of July 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Glasgow to Crete Heraklion Airport on Tuesday, 21 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 23 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.

The cheapest airline that flies to Crete Heraklion is Jet2 .

Flying from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport (HER): What you need to know

  • Planning your getaway begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Glasgow. Glasgow Airport (GLA) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport (HER) departing from here.

  • Jump on a direct Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.

  • Heraklion is two hours ahead of Glasgow. Heraklion International Airport is located in Heraklion, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Heraklion International Airport (HER) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services each week. You can travel from GLA to HER on Jet2's 2:35pm flight.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Glasgow to HER. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying over a peak time like September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Glasgow

Glasgow Airport (GLA)

  • Glasgow Airport (GLA) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport (HER) operate out of this terminal.

  • You'll find a direct flight from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport with Jet2. This top airline operates departures from GLA.

  • The most frequently booked airline between GLA and HER is Jet2.

  • Jet2 is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Glasgow to HER leaving from Glasgow Airport (GLA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)

    • London Stansted Airport (STN)

    • Bordeaux Merignac Airport (BOD)

  • Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow, GLA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays close to Glasgow Airport:

  • Glasgow Airport has a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from GLA land on schedule 81% of the time.

Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)

  • Break up your flight from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport with a stop at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN). A major connection between Glasgow Prestwick Airport and HER, it's a great opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Glasgow to PIK in around 55 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 50 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Glasgow to HER flight? Kick back in a hotel near Glasgow Prestwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • Flights from Glasgow Prestwick Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 83% of them arriving right on cue.

About Heraklion International Airport (HER)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to HER if you have a late flight from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:

  • Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Heraklion International Airport to central Heraklion is around 3 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.

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

  • At the moment, R 1,107 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,824. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Lock in cheap flights from Glasgow to HER by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.

  • April is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Glasgow to HER by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the best deal on a flight from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

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

  • August is when most people book flights from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport (HER). Visit Heraklion in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.

  • The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Glasgow to HER plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Heraklion

  • Start your Heraklion trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Heraklion International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:

  • You'll find loads 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

  • You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Journey about 105 kilometres west to Chania to tick off its leading attractions. From Katholiko Bay to Kalamaki Beach and Tersanas Beach, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • If you want to check out another corner of Greece, head for Kos, roughly 257 kilometres northeast of Heraklion. Ancient Agora, Castle of the Knight of Saint John and Lambi Beach are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Glasgow to Heraklion

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