Flying from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
To ensure you get on your LPA to HER flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gran Canaria Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LPA and HER:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Birmingham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
R 1,737 is the lowest price for a one-way Gran Canaria Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,902. These prices may change depending on demand.
To score cheap tickets from LPA to HER, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Heraklion Airport.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
68.09% of flights taking off from Gran Canaria Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Gran Canaria Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LPA:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gran Canaria Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Explore without limits with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and venture far and wide through Heraklion and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Gran Canaria Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Gran Canaria Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LPA to HER around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Travel about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its leading attractions. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Next? Journey to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and features highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
