Flying from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport is 4 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Manchester is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Heraklion.
Each week, there are ten Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, jump on the 00:25 Jet2 flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 23:55 with Jet2.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HER to MAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop to Manchester, the United Kingdom. Jet off with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport:
Jet2 is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering HER to MAN flights is Jet2. Its services arrive without delay 65.38% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HER and MAN:
London Heathrow Airport
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport flight is R 768. A return fare is currently R 2,061. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HER to MAN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HER to MAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
77% of flights that take off from Crete Heraklion Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Crete Heraklion Airport from central Heraklion, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HER? If you've booked an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're landing on a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MAN:
Follow your own route with a Manchester Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and venture far and wide through Manchester and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Manchester Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to central Manchester has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Manchester based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you'd like to visit Manchester during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HER to MAN sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Around 113 kilometres south of Manchester, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience major highlights starting with Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and The Library of Birmingham.



