How to travel from Athens to Heraklion

There are 2 options to travel between Athens and Heraklion including taking a ferry and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Heraklion is a ferry with an average price of €55.

This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Heraklion:

A ferry is €34 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Heraklion costing on average €89.

The fastest way to travel from Athens to Heraklion is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 54m.

Other travel options to Heraklion take longer:

Ferry takes on average 10h 32m.

The distance from Athens to Heraklion is approximately 199 miles (321 km).

The average frequency per day from Athens to Heraklion is:

• Around 8 flights per day.
• Around 5 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Athens and Heraklion as scheduled services by ferry and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Athens to Heraklion:

• Flights mostly depart from Athens International Airport and arrive in Heraklion International Airport.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Piraeus and arrive in Heraklion Port.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Athens to Heraklion, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Seajets to go to Heraklion by ferry.
• Travel with Aegean Airlines, CitizenPlane, Blue Bird airways to go to Heraklion by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Athens to Heraklion with the following travel companies:

• 5 direct ferries per day with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Seajets.
• 8 direct flights per day with Aegean Airlines, CitizenPlane, Blue Bird airways.

Omio customers who travel from Athens to Heraklion often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Chania, Thessaloniki, Bucharest, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Heraklion and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Heraklion to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

To fully experience Heraklion, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended. This allows ample time to explore key attractions such as the Palace of Knossos, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and the vibrant local markets.