Flying from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Heraklion two hours ahead of Cardiff.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CWL to HER flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Cardiff Airport to Heraklion Airport. Many travellers pass through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
$305 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts from $499. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CWL to HER if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Heraklion Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from CWL to HER is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
When it comes to Cardiff Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Cardiff to Cardiff Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CWL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Heraklion Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
Book a hotel near HER if you're catching a late Cardiff Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and see more of Heraklion and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to central Heraklion has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Cardiff Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Heraklion. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Cardiff Airport to Heraklion Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CWL to HER sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Any journey through Greece isn't complete without visiting Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.
