Travelling from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion is two hours ahead of Durham and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MME to HER flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Heraklion Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a popular stop between MME and HER.
How to find the cheapest flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
At the moment, R 2,646 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Durham Tees Valley Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 3,806. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MME to HER. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Heraklion Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MME to HER by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)
67.01% of flights that depart Durham Tees Valley Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Durham Tees Valley Airport from central Durham, it takes around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to MME? If you've booked an early flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Durham Tees Valley Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport takes around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you want to visit Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MME to HER in January if you like 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 going for it, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Where to next? Head for Acharnes. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and features highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
