Travelling from Varna Airport (VAR) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Varna and Heraklion share the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your VAR to HER flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Varna Airport (VAR) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
R 2,117 is the best price for a one-way Varna Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,660. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from VAR to HER. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Varna Airport to Heraklion Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from VAR to HER.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Varna Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Varna Airport (VAR)
70.29% of flights that depart Varna Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Varna Airport from central Varna, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Varna Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to VAR:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're coming in on a late Varna Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near HER:
Pick up a Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 typically takes 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Varna Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Heraklion. If you'd like a more relaxed 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 Varna Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from VAR to HER sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece you should also see. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Have time for another stop? Head for Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is home to highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
