Cheap Flights from Manchester to Crete Heraklion

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Flight deals from Manchester to Crete Heraklion

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,223. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Manchester to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Manchester to Crete Heraklion

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Manchester to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Manchester to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Manchester to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 735
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airlineJet2
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Manchester to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Manchester to Crete Heraklion is R 1,870. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Manchester to Crete Heraklion.
Jet2, TUI and easyJet fly direct from Manchester to Crete Heraklion.
As of August 2026, there are 19 flights per week flying from Manchester to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Crete Heraklion is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Monday, 19 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Heraklion but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ryanair and TUI offer the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, making Heraklion two hours ahead of Manchester.

  • Take your pick of ten weekly Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flights. The 05:55 departure with Jet2 is the earliest you can take. Jet2 operates the latest service of the day at 17:55.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MAN to HER flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. When you're ready to start your Heraklion adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Greece:

  • The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Jet2.

  • With a dependable 80.0% of services arriving on schedule, Jet2 is the most punctual carrier operating MAN to HER flights.

  • If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAN and HER:

    • Frankfurt am Main Airport

    • Rome Fiumicino Airport

    • Athens International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • R 735 is the best price for a one-way Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 1,870. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from MAN to HER by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • November is the cheapest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAN to HER.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)

  • Of all flights departing from Manchester Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Manchester Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MAN:

Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Consider booking a hotel near HER if you have a late Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and see more of Heraklion and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Crete Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Crete Heraklion Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Heraklion. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 25 minutes.

When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Heraklion. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.

  • Book your flight from Manchester Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport for July if you want to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAN to HER sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.

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