Flying from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Larnaca and Heraklion share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Pack your suitcase and choose from four weekly Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LCA to HER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport available through various airlines, getting to Heraklion (and then other parts of Greece) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Cyprus Airways has the highest passenger demand on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for LCA to HER flights is SKY express.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between LCA and HER include:
Athens International Airport
Ben Gurion Intl Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
Currently, R 934 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,483. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LCA to HER.
The cheapest month for flights from Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Snapping up cheap flights from LCA to HER couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Larnaca Airport (LCA)
80% of flights departing from Larnaca Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from LCA.
To reach Larnaca Airport from central Larnaca, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LCA? If you're boarding an early flight from Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
Reserve a hotel near HER if you're on a late Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and chase adventure across Heraklion and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead.
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.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Heraklion. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Larnaca Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport for July if you want to go to Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LCA to HER in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Travel around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its leading attractions. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you busy.

