Flying from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
Heraklion is one hour ahead of Hamburg and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are eight Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to board your HAM to HER flight.
Flying during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can travel nonstop to Heraklion, Greece. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Eurowings.
With an impressive 80.0% of services arriving on schedule, Eurowings has the best on-time record for HAM to HER flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between HAM and HER include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamburg International Airport (HAM) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
R 989 is the lowest price for a one-way Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 2,091. These fares can change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from HAM to HER by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from HAM to HER is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
When it comes to Hamburg International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Hamburg to Hamburg International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near HAM:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you have a late Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near HER:
Hit the road running by picking up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Crete Heraklion Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best 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). Book your flights from Hamburg International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HAM to HER in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Heraklion, now it's time to discover other parts of Greece. Travel about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its leading sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.