Flying from Milan to Heraklion Airport (HER): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Heraklion Airport (HER) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your journey from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are your options in Milan.
The average time for a direct Milan to Heraklion Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Milan.
You can pick from 5 direct flights a week between Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) and Heraklion Airport (HER). This is the most popular route, with Wizz Air offering a 4am departure from MXP to HER.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Milan to HER.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Go straight to your destination from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Nonstop flights from Milan to Heraklion Airport (HER) are available from here.
These are some of the well-known airlines operating direct flights from Milan to Heraklion Airport departing from MXP:
The top choice among passengers flying between MXP and HER is easyJet.
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Milan to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
Of the departures from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Prefer to leave from Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)? Direct Milan to Heraklion Airport (HER) plane tickets can be booked from here.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Milan to HER departing from BGY. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
Ryanair is the most popular choice for travellers flying from BGY to HER.
You can reach BGY from central Milan in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 64 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Milan to HER flight? Kick back in a hotel near Orio al Serio International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.49%. This figure highlights how frequently flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Kick off your adventure at Milano Linate Airport (LIN) and fly straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from Milan to Heraklion Airport from here.
Fly out of LIN with ITA Airways. This leading carrier offers direct Milan to HER plane tickets.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between LIN and HER is ITA Airways.
The trip to LIN from the centre of Milan is around 45 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 11 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Milan to Heraklion Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land within the expected time frame. At LIN, that figure is 79.56%.
About Heraklion Airport (HER)
Consider booking a hotel near HER if you're catching a late flight from Milan to Heraklion Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Grab a Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Milan to Heraklion Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Heraklion Airport (HER)
Right now, R 357 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Milan to Heraklion Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,387. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Milan to HER.
The best month for picking up cheap Milan to Heraklion Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Milan to Heraklion Airport (HER)
February is the quietest month for flights from Milan to Heraklion Airport (HER), while August is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Milan to HER plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Milan to Heraklion Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Heraklion
Once you've booked your flight from Milan to Heraklion Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Heraklion:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Minoan Palace of Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour are essential stops on your Heraklion itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece you'll want to see. Around 105 kilometres west of Heraklion, a visit to Chania will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay.
If you're looking to explore another side of Greece, consider Kos, about 257 kilometres north-east of Heraklion. Christina 3 Island Cruise, Ancient Agora and Castle of the Knight of Saint John are among the biggest draws.
