Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai two hours ahead of Heraklion.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HER to DXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HER and DXB:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Ben Gurion International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Dubai Airport flight is $283. A round-trip ticket right now is $744. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from HER to DXB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Dubai Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from HER to DXB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
80.18% of flights leaving Heraklion Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of HER.
Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near HER. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Dubai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Heraklion Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Follow your own route with a Dubai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car or Quicklease Car Hire and see more of Dubai and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai
Dubai Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Dubai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you'd like to go to Dubai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 30ºC and 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HER to DXB sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've visited Dubai, now it's time to discover other corners of United Arab Emirates. Journey around 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading sights. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United Arab Emirates, head for Abu Dhabi, about 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan are highlights.