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Cheap Flights from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick

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Flight deals from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.R 967 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 967, select.
London.R 972 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May.One-way flight with Corendon Airlines Europe.Outbound direct flight with Corendon Airlines Europe departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 27 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 972, select.
London.R 981 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Jul.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 24 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 981, select.
London.R 982 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 2 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 982, select.
London.R 1,015 per passenger.Departing Tue, 31 Mar.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,015, select.
London.R 1,044 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,044, select.
London.R 1,111 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound direct flight with easyJet departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,111, select.
London.R 1,240 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,240, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick flights are currently cheapest in April.
May
from R 972
Jun
from R 1,044
Jul
from R 981
Aug
from R 1,714
Sep
from R 1,831
Oct
from R 1,530
Nov
from R 1,575
Dec
from R 1,563
Jan
from R 2,331
Feb
from R 1,240
Mar
from R 1,015
Apr
from R 967

Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick

Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick: Alternative routes

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

Heraklion to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 967
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week25

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick is R 2,259. 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 8 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick.
easyJet, British Airways and BA Euroflyer fly direct from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick.
As of May 2025, there are 25 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to London Gatwick is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport on Wednesday, 11 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 8 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 London Gatwick 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 London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta and easyJet offer the cheapest flight tickets to London Gatwick.

Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport.

  • London is two hours behind Heraklion and follows the UTC+0 timezone.

  • Choose from 14 weekly Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 01:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 23:40.

  • For a stress-free 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 HER to LGW flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport. When you're ready to kick off your London holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of United Kingdom:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HER and LGW:

    • Zurich Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 967. A return ticket right now is R 2,259. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HER to LGW.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from HER to LGW.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Heraklion Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.18% of flights that depart HER reach their destination without delay.

  • Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 15 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near HER. Whether you have an early flight from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London

  • From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 80 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HER to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of United Kingdom

  • Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.

  • Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Heraklion to London

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.