Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
A direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport takes on average 4 hours 4 minutes. The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, making it 2 hours ahead of Birmingham.
Flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport start from 00:30 — the first with Jet2. The latest departure is the 23:55 option with Jet2. Overall, you can take your pick of 6 services every week between BHX and HER.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
easyJet offers direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to discover the sights in Heraklion — plus maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between BHX and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
To find out if you need a visa to enter Greece, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BHX to HER.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport is 54 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 91 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from BHX to HER, reserve your trip 3 months ahead of the departure date.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from BHX to HER is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.
Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Travelling from central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport takes around 48 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Heraklion
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Heraklion right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from BHX to HER:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis and Koules Fortress are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Heraklion itinerary.
Complete your Heraklion trip with hotels and a car rental
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