Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Birmingham to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in March.

Direct flights from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion

Birmingham to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Birmingham to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Birmingham to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,032
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time4 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineJet2
Average flights per week10

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion is R 1,751. 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.
4 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion.
Jet2, TUI and easyJet fly direct from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion.
As of February 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Crete Heraklion is usually February 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Birmingham Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Monday, 31 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 3 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 Crete Heraklion 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 Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jet2 offers the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport takes on average 4 hours 4 minutes. The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, making it 2 hours ahead of Birmingham.

  • Flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport start from 00:30 — the first with Jet2. The latest departure is the 23:55 option with Jet2. Overall, you can take your pick of 6 services every week between BHX and HER.

  • During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.

  • easyJet offers direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to discover the sights in Heraklion — plus maybe even more of Greece if you have time.

  • If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between BHX and HER:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

  • To find out if you need a visa to enter Greece, check with your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BHX to HER.

How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport is R 1,032. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,751. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from BHX to HER, reserve your trip 3 months ahead of the departure date.

  • November is the cheapest month for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from BHX to HER is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham International 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 Birmingham International Airport (BHX)

  • Travelling from central Birmingham to Birmingham International Airport takes around 48 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 23 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Got an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BHX:

Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 15 minutes.

When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When reserving your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 16ºC then.

More about Heraklion

  • If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Heraklion right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from BHX to HER:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis and Koules Fortress are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Heraklion itinerary.

Complete your Heraklion trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to Heraklion Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Heraklion.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.