Travelling from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Venice: what you need to know
Venice is one hour behind Heraklion, where Heraklion International Airport is located. Venice runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your HER to Venice flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from HER to Venice. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion, HER can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Heraklion International Airport to Venice? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near HER:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Heraklion International Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Venice
$65 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion International Airport to Venice flight. A return ticket right now is $217. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from HER to Venice, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The distance from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice is roughly 13 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to VCE if you have a late flight from Heraklion International Airport to Venice. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your ride from Venice Marco Polo Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from HER to Venice can help you get the lowest rate.
Venice Treviso Airport (TSF)
Venice Treviso Airport (TSF) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Venice. Once you've hopped off your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Venice, it'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near TSF. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your HER to Venice flight:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from TSF one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Venice
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Venice. June is the busiest month to visit Venice. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Book a Heraklion International Airport to Venice plane ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from HER to Venice around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Venice
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Venice right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Venice:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Saint Mark's Basilica, Canal Grande and St. Mark's Square are major attractions which should feature on every Venice itinerary.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Venice. Around 402 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Italy, consider Milan, roughly 241 kilometres west of Venice. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are among the biggest draws.