Travelling from Kalamata Airport (KLX) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
Kalamata and Heraklion share the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your KLX to HER flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between KLX and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Thessaloniki International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kalamata Airport (KLX) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
Currently, R 1,136 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,271. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KLX to HER.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KLX to HER.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Kalamata Airport (KLX)
Kalamata Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.0% of flights that take off from KLX land on time.
To get to Kalamata Airport from central Kalamata, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to KLX? If you're boarding an early flight from Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month for flights from Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Heraklion in February.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Kalamata Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from KLX to HER in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has plenty 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 keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Journey 338 kilometres north from Heraklion and you'll find yourself in Acharnes, another standout destination in Greece. Don't leave without experiencing Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.