On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Naxos — Heraklion route. The distance between these Greek islands is only 197 km, and direct air service is maintained with a frequency of about 2 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Aegean Airlines (A3). Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the price graph and low-price calendar provided to find the best deals.
The table shows direct flights Naxos → Heraklion on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h. Regular flights are operated by Aegean Airlines. Departures from Naxos Airport airports, arrivals at Heraklion Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Naxos — Heraklion by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 215 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 536 in r. 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.
Naxos → Heraklion, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 385 | low | May | AED 433 | medium | Sep | AED 674 | high |
| Feb | AED 375 | low | Jun | AED 577 | high | Oct | AED 481 | medium |
| Mar | AED 409 | medium | Jul | AED 722 | high | Nov | AED 395 | low |
| Apr | AED 433 | medium | Aug | AED 1,059 | high | Dec | AED 577 | medium |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Heraklion is most pleasant in July and August, when air temperatures reach their peak of 28.7°C. January is considered the coolest and rainiest time of year, with precipitation up to 92 mm and an average temperature of around 11.3°C.
From a budget perspective, it is most cost-effective to plan your flight for July, when ticket prices start AED 201. Prices peak in December, when the minimum fare for this route increases to AED 536.
September is an optimal choice for a trip: the weather remains consistently warm, and ticket prices start AED 250. We recommend avoiding the winter months due to the high probability of storms and significantly higher flight costs.
Air service between the islands is provided by a single airline — Aegean Airlines (A3). There are approximately 2 flights per week on this route, which requires careful planning of departure dates. For a detailed schedule on specific days and to choose a convenient departure time, explore the interactive list of carriers below.
Flights Naxos — Heraklion depart from Naxos Airport and arrive at Heraklion Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight over a distance of 197 km usually takes less than 1 hour, although the exact travel time depends on the aircraft type and airline conditions.
The main carrier operating regular flights on this route is Aegean Airlines.
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, with an average frequency of 2 flights per week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. You can check the current minimum for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from Naxos arrive at Heraklion International Airport (HER), also known as Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
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