Travelling from Kalamata International Airport (KLX) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kalamata and Heraklion are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your KLX to HER flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Aegean Airlines has direct flights from Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.
Aegean Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between KLX and HER include:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kalamata International Airport (KLX) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight is $168. A return fare is currently $356. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from KLX to HER, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KLX to HER.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Kalamata International Airport (KLX)
Of the flights that depart from Kalamata International Airport, 64% touch down on time at their destination.
Kalamata International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Kalamata. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near KLX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Pick up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Crete Heraklion Airport to central Heraklion has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Heraklion. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Kalamata International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to explore Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from KLX to HER around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Journey around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its top sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
