Travelling from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Tirana.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your TIA to HER flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Heraklion (and then exploring more of Greece!) is a cinch with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Aegean Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is R 665. A return fare right now is R 1,129. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TIA to HER.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Finding cheap flights from TIA to HER is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Tirana International Airport (TIA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tirana International Airport, data shows 69.86% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Tirana to Tirana International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to TIA? If you're catching an early flight from Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
Reserve a hotel near HER if you're catching a late Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
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.
It takes roughly 15 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Tirana International Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from TIA to HER sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Heraklion, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, your itinerary will be busy.
Where to next? Make your way to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is known for highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.