Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Heraklion and Thessaloniki are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are 18 Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flights. If you want to get going early, select the 07:00 Sky Express flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 23:55 with Ryanair.
Leave enough time to catch your HER to SKG flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport. When you're ready to start your Thessaloniki holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Greece:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Aegean Airlines on this route.
SKY express is the most punctual carrier operating HER to SKG flights. A reliable 91.94% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between HER and SKG include:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Athens International Airport
Larnaca Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
Currently, $27 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $71. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from HER to SKG, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Picking up cheap flights from HER to SKG is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport.
Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Crete Heraklion Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Crete Heraklion Airport from central Heraklion, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HER:
Arriving at Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
If you have a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SKG:
Pick up a Thessaloniki Airport rental car and explore Thessaloniki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Centauro and Record Go are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Thessaloniki Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) to central Thessaloniki
From Thessaloniki Airport, Thessaloniki is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
The quietest month for a flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Thessaloniki based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Thessaloniki is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Thessaloniki Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from HER to SKG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Thessaloniki, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Journey about 306 kilometres south to Athens to check off its must-visit sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 121 kilometres south of Thessaloniki, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.





