Flying from Corfu Airport (CFU) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is 1 hour 20 minutes.
Corfu and Heraklion follow the same timezone, UTC+2.
To ensure you get on your CFU to HER flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Heraklion (and then exploring more of Greece!) is easy with Aegean Airlines. This popular airline has direct flights from Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Aegean Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CFU and HER:
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Corfu Airport (CFU) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight is $76. A return fare right now is $168. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CFU to HER if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CFU to HER.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Corfu Airport (CFU)
Of all flights departing from Corfu Airport, 71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Corfu to Corfu Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CFU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
Reserve a hotel close to HER if you're catching a late Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Crete Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Crete Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Corfu Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CFU to HER in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a trip to Athens will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
