Travelling from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, making Heraklion two hours ahead of Southampton.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SOU to HER flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Southampton Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between SOU and HER:
Belfast International Airport
Dublin Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Southampton Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is R 2,896. A return ticket right now is R 5,888. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SOU to HER. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Southampton Airport to Heraklion Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SOU to HER.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Southampton Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Southampton Airport (SOU)
55.7% of flights leaving from Southampton Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Southampton Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Southampton. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near SOU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Southampton Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're arriving on a late Southampton Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near HER:
Travel at your own pace with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and discover more of Heraklion and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
It takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Southampton Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Southampton Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SOU to HER in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
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, its top attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Time for another stop? Find your way to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and boasts highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
