Flying from Kos Airport (KGS) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 55 minutes.
Kos and Heraklion share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your KGS to HER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Aegean Airlines is your gateway to discovering Heraklion (and perhaps some other great corners of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Aegean Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KGS and HER include:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Rhodes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kos Airport (KGS) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
R 1,039 is currently the best price for a one-way Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,967. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from KGS to HER if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from KGS to HER.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Kos Airport (KGS)
When it comes to Kos Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Kos to Kos Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to KGS? If you're catching an early flight from Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're getting in on a late Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HER:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Kos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KGS to HER sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
