Travelling from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Luxembourg.
For a stress-free journey, arrive 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 LUX to HER flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Luxair offers direct flights from Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
Luxair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LUX and HER include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Hamburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Luxembourg Airport (LUX) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
$96 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Return flights start at $278. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
To get cheap tickets from LUX to HER, book your journey seven months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LUX to HER by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Luxembourg Airport (LUX)
Of all flights leaving Luxembourg Airport, 65.56% land on time at their destination.
Luxembourg Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Luxembourg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LUX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to central Heraklion has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Heraklion. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Luxembourg Airport to Heraklion Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from LUX to HER in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Next stop? Set out for Acharnes. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and features highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.