How to get from Heraklion to Athens
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 50m, from €53.
We compared the ways to travel from Heraklion to Athens. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 50m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 309 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €32, on Thu, Aug 27.
This fare comes from a search on August 26, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Heraklion to Athens: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Heraklion N. Kazantzakis → Athens Eleftherios Venizelosflight
Aegean Airlines·50m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
How the trip from Heraklion to Athens works
Start with a Aegean Airlines flight from Heraklion to Athens, about 50 min. In total it's roughly €53 over 50 min, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Athens
DepartureHeraklionWhat Omio sells on this route
Omio's own lowest fares, one per mode. These are starting prices for the route in general, not for a date you picked, and they are refreshed once a day.
- Ferry· 7h 25mfrom €41Omio
Omio last refreshed these on Thu, Sep 3
Who runs Heraklion to Athens
On this route you travel with Aegean Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Heraklion to Athens: common questions
How long does it take to get from Heraklion to Athens?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 50m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Athens from Heraklion?+−
About 309 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Heraklion to Athens cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €53. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Heraklion to Athens?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 50m.
How long is the flight from Heraklion to Athens?+−
About 50m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Heraklion and Athens?+−
Heraklion is HER and Athens is ATH, so this route is usually written HER to ATH.
Which operators run Heraklion to Athens?+−
On this route you travel with Aegean Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Heraklion to Athens?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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- HER to ATH