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Tirana.$143 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Tirana on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Tirana.$143 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Sat, 17 Jan.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Tirana on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Tirana.$143 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Feb, returning Sat, 14 Feb.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Tirana on Sat, 14 Feb, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Tirana.$143 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec, returning Tue, 13 Jan.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Tirana on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Tirana.$143 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Tirana on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Tirana.$143 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Tirana on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Tirana.$143 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Tirana on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Tirana.$188 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Tirana.Inbound direct flight with Aegean Airlines departs from Tirana on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $188, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Tirana

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Tirana flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from $351
Aug
from $373
Sep
from $225
Oct
from $188
Nov
from $143
Dec
from $143
Jan
from $143
Feb
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Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to Tirana

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Heraklion to Tirana: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$143
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 50 mins
Most popular airlineSKY express
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Tirana: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Tirana is $143. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Tirana.
SKY express and Aegean Airlines fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Tirana.
As of July 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Tirana.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Tirana is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Tirana Airport on Tuesday, 28 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 50 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tirana but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tirana is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SKY express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tirana.

Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Tirana International Airport (TIA): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • The timezone in Tirana is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Heraklion.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your HER to TIA flight.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Aegean Airlines is your gateway to discovering Tirana (and perhaps some other great corners of Albania!). Browse the direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Aegean Airlines.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between HER and TIA:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Palese Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Tirana International Airport (TIA)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport flight is $61. A return plane ticket is currently $143. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Score cheap tickets from HER to TIA by booking at least eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • July is the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from HER to TIA.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Heraklion Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HER arrive at their destination as scheduled 80.18% of the time.

  • Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near HER? If you're boarding an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Tirana International Airport (TIA)

  • Reserve a hotel near TIA if you have a late Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Tirana International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Carwiz, Surprice or Localrent and venture far and wide through Tirana and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Tirana International Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Tirana International Airport (TIA) to central Tirana

  • From Tirana International Airport, Tirana is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 30 minutes.

When to fly to Tirana International Airport (TIA)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Tirana. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Book your flight from Heraklion Airport to Tirana International Airport for August if you want to explore Tirana during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HER to TIA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Albania

  • You've seen Tirana, now it's time to discover other parts of Albania. Journey around 31 kilometres west to Durrës to tick off its top sights. From Lulishtja to Walking Path and Manskuri, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Elbasan is another well-known destination in Albania and is around 32 kilometres south-east of Tirana. No journey is complete without experiencing Muzeu Etnografik, Altes Fabrikgelände and Stacioni i rruges Egnatia, shek.2 nga romaket.

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