Travelling from Toronto to Heraklion Airport (HER): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Heraklion Airport (HER) begins with finding the right airport to begin your travels from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Heraklion is six hours ahead of Toronto. Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Toronto to HER. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Toronto to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these stays near Pearson International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Pearson International Airport, 63.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Toronto to HER flight? Kick back in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 62.09%.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
The journey to YKF from the centre of Toronto is around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 105 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Toronto to Heraklion Airport flight:
Flights that depart from YKF touch down at their destination as scheduled 63.64% of the time.
About Heraklion Airport (HER)
Book a hotel near HER if you're catching a late flight from Toronto to Heraklion Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and chase adventure across Heraklion and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Toronto to Heraklion Airport flight.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Heraklion Airport (HER)
R 6,496 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Heraklion Airport. A return flight starts at R 12,685. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Toronto to HER if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Toronto to Heraklion Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Heraklion Airport (HER)
February is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Heraklion Airport (HER), while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Toronto to HER plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Heraklion Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Heraklion
Start your Heraklion trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Heraklion Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your Heraklion visit should come with a side of sightseeing. Big-name attractions you can't miss include Minoan Palace of Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres west of Heraklion, a trip to Chania will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Heraklion, Kos is another favourite stop in Greece. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Christina 3 Island Cruise, Ancient Agora and Castle of the Knight of Saint John.
