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On this page, you can find and book flights from Istanbul to Heraklion. The 713 km route is served regularly, with a frequency of about 5 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Aegean Airlines. Since ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking how to get to the departure airport and transport from the destination airport in advance.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Heraklion by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $63 in r, and the most expensive are around $142 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Istanbul → Heraklion, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $115 | low | May | $141 | medium | Sep | $147 | medium |
| Feb | $109 | low | Jun | $160 | high | Oct | $115 | low |
| Mar | $121 | medium | Jul | $179 | high | Nov | $109 | low |
| Apr | $134 | medium | Aug | $185 | high | Dec | $128 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest time in Heraklion is from July to August, when temperatures reach 28.5°C. The coolest and rainiest weather is observed in January, with rainfall up to 92 mm per month.
According to current data, the most affordable tickets are found in July, starting $61. The price peak occurs in April, when the minimum fare starts $170.
July is an optimal choice for a trip, offering a combination of hot weather and the best prices. It is also worth considering October and November, when flight costs remain consistently low.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Aegean Airlines, which operates about 5 flights per week. Options with convenient connections are available on this route, allowing for flexible travel planning. A detailed weekly schedule and specific flight details are presented in the interactive list below; click on the carrier's card for more information.
Flights Istanbul — Heraklion depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Heraklion Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is about 713 km. The approximate travel time for a direct flight is just over an hour, but the exact duration depends on the specific flight and connection conditions.
The main carrier on the Istanbul — Heraklion route is Aegean Airlines. A total of about 5 flights are operated weekly.
Flights from Istanbul arrive at Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport (HER), which is the main air gateway to Heraklion.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. You can always check the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.
To find the most favorable fares, it is recommended to book tickets in advance. Generally, the best prices are available when purchasing 4–8 weeks before departure.
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