Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 3 hours 6 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt.
The timezone in Frankfurt is UTC+1. The city is 1 hour behind Heraklion, where Heraklion Airport is located.
With 22 weekly flights between the two airports, Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Aegean Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:30. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from HER to FRA is with Condor at 20:10.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from HER to Frankfurt. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frankfurt are available for booking. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is where you'll complete your journey.
Direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt are offered by a good number of airlines. Select your seat on any of these:
We make it a breeze to find a flight from HER to Frankfurt that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
If you hold a passport from Greece and want to travel to Germany for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your reason for visiting and can be subject to change. For the latest information, contact your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt.
HER is about 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 9 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 15 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to HER? If you're catching an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frankfurt
R 995 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 3,722. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from HER to Frankfurt.
The cheapest month for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 37 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near FRA if you're catching a late flight from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
After your flight from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour and 32 minutes by car. Central Frankfurt is roughly 121 kilometres from Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN).
You can also travel using public transport, which typically takes 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HHN. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from HER to Frankfurt:
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt. July is the most popular month for a trip to Frankfurt. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap flights from HER to Frankfurt sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
After locking in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
Palmengarten and Goethe House are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Frankfurt to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Frankfurt Cathedral.
Complete your Frankfurt trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Heraklion Airport to Frankfurt to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Frankfurt, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.