Flying from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Paris: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Heraklion International Airport to Paris and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 25 minutes.
Paris is one hour behind Heraklion, where Heraklion International Airport is located. Paris runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Take your pick of 18 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HER to ORY is the 07:00 Transavia France option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 19:55 with Transavia France.
Leave plenty of time to get on your HER to Paris flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a direct Heraklion International Airport to Paris ticket. Begin your journey at HER and land at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Direct flights from Heraklion International Airport to Paris are offered by a variety of airlines. Select your seat on any of these:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from HER to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
HER is around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Heraklion International Airport to Paris? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near HER:
77% of flights that depart Heraklion International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Paris
$40 is currently the best price for a one-way Heraklion International Airport to Paris flight. A return plane ticket starts at $114. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HER to Paris.
Organise your trip for July. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Heraklion International Airport to Paris tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from HER to Paris by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Paris by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 35 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Heraklion International Airport to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Reserving your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from HER to Paris can help you lock in the best possible rate.
The street address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Paris has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.
After stepping off your HER to Paris flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to ORY. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at ORY will save you money.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is about 88 kilometres from central Paris. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a ride-share or taxi once you've stepped off your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Paris.
Public transport can take you there in about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Find a hotel close to BVA and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late HER to Paris flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from BVA about three weeks ahead of your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Paris. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, on top of a better deal.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport's address is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
July is the most popular month for flights from Heraklion International Airport to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Paris in January.
Lock in a Heraklion International Airport to Paris plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HER to Paris in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Paris:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are popular attractions which should feature on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to discover other corners of France. Journey about 386 kilometres southeast to Lyon to tick off its leading sights. From Fête Des Lumières to Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.
