Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
London is two hours behind Heraklion and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Choose from 14 weekly Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport flights. The 01:00 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight you can take. EasyJet operates the last service of the day at 23:40.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your HER to LGW flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport. When you're ready to kick off your London holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of United Kingdom:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HER and LGW:
Zurich Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is $84. A return ticket right now is $235. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HER to LGW.
The cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from HER to LGW.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80.18% of flights that depart HER reach their destination without delay.
Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near HER. Whether you have an early flight from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
Explore without limits with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
From London Gatwick Airport, London is approximately 80 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the busiest month to head to London. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Heraklion Airport to London Gatwick Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HER to LGW in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another must-experience destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.