Travelling from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Rome.
Take your pick of five weekly Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport flights. The 10:15 departure with ITA Airways is the earliest you can take. ITA Airways operates the latest service of the day at 14:55.
To ensure you catch your FCO to HER flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Heraklion adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Greece:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is ITA Airways.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport. These are the top stopovers between FCO and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Sofia Airport
Palese Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
P2,718 is currently the best price for a one-way Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. A return flight starts at P5,853. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Get cheap tickets from FCO to HER by booking eight months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the departures from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, 70.57% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Rome to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near FCO? If you've booked an early flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
Book a hotel near HER if you have a late Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and experience more of Heraklion and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FCO to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Journey around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its must-visit sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Set out 338 kilometres north from Heraklion and you'll reach Acharnes, another favourite stop in Greece. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.