Travelling from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Paphos and Heraklion are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your PFO to HER flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Paphos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between PFO and HER:
Athens International Airport
Thessaloniki Airport
Rhodes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
$106 is the best price for a one-way Paphos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts from $220. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from PFO to HER. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Paphos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Paphos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Paphos Airport (PFO)
74% of flights that leave from Paphos Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Paphos Airport from central Paphos, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near PFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Paphos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Paphos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Crete Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Paphos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Paphos Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PFO to HER sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Heraklion, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Travel around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its leading attractions. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.