Travelling from Naxos Airport (JNX) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.
Naxos and Heraklion follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your JNX to HER flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Many travellers pass through Athens International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Naxos Airport (JNX) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
R 1,055 is the lowest price for a one-way Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,691. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from JNX to HER, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from JNX to HER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Naxos Airport (JNX)
Naxos Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart JNX land on time.
Central Naxos to Naxos Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport will take about 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near JNX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
Reserve a hotel close to HER if you're on a late Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and see more of Heraklion and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Crete Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Heraklion. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Naxos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JNX to HER in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
