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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $87. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa

Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Crete Heraklion to Milan below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Milan Malpensa.

Heraklion to Milan: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$87
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineeasyJet
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa is $87. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa.
easyJet, Wizz Air Malta and Malta Air fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa.
As of July 2026, there are 5 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Milan Malpensa is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport on Tuesday, 4 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Milan Malpensa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Milan is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, easyJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Milan Malpensa.

Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in Milan is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Heraklion.

  • Flights from HER to MXP start from 10:30 — the first with easyJet. The last service of the day is at 23:50 with Neos. Overall, you can take your pick of five weekly Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HER to MXP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • You can fly nonstop to Milan, Italy. Book a ticket with one of these carriers offering direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport:

  • EasyJet is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • With 66.67% of its services landing as planned, easyJet is the most punctual carrier operating HER to MXP flights.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between HER and MXP:

    • Munich Airport

    • Athens International Airport

    • Bari Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • Right now, $39 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $87. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HER to MXP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from HER to MXP is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport.

Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Of the flights that depart from Crete Heraklion Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To reach Crete Heraklion Airport from central Heraklion, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near HER. Whether you're taking an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

Getting from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to central Milan

  • From Milan Malpensa Airport, Milan is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Milan. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Milan is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Milan Malpensa Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HER to MXP sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Italy

  • You've seen Milan, now it's time to explore other parts of Italy. Journey about 483 kilometres south-east to Rome to check off its popular sights. From Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 129 kilometres west of Milan, Turin is another essential stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Museo Nazionale del Cinema, Juventus Museum and Duomo di Torino e Cappella della Sacra Sindone.

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