Flying from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Heraklion is one hour ahead of Stuttgart and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are 12 Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your STR to HER 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.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Heraklion (and then other destinations in Greece) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to fly with TUIfly on this route.
TUIfly tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for STR to HER flights, with 95.0% of services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between STR and HER:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
Right now, $109 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $314. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from STR to HER.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from STR to HER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
When it comes to Stuttgart Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to STR:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Grab a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Crete Heraklion Airport to the centre of Heraklion has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from STR to HER in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored after you've experienced Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.