Travelling from Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Maastricht.
To ensure you catch your MST to HER flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
Currently, R 1,263 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Maastricht Aachen Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,842. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MST to HER. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Maastricht Aachen Airport to Heraklion Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MST to HER.
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Handy information about Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST)
61.9% of flights that take off from Maastricht Aachen Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Maastricht Aachen Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Maastricht. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Maastricht Aachen Airport to Heraklion Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're getting in on a late Maastricht Aachen Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near HER:
Grab a Heraklion Airport rental car and explore Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to central Heraklion has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Maastricht Aachen Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Maastricht Aachen Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to go to Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MST to HER in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a trip to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Your trip through Greece wouldn't feel complete without exploring Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.
