Flying from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Heraklion is one hour ahead of Hannover and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from HAJ to HER start at 03:40 — the first with TUIfly. The last service of the day is at 17:40 with TUIfly. In total, you can take your pick of 16 weekly Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your HAJ to HER flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
TUIfly has direct flights from Hannover 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.
Most passengers choose to travel with TUIfly on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between HAJ and HER:
Vienna International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is $76. A return plane ticket is currently $161. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from HAJ to HER by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HAJ to HER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hannover Airport (HAJ)
Hannover Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.22% of flights that depart HAJ reach their destination on time.
Hannover Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Hannover. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near HAJ:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
Book a hotel near HER if you're catching a late Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and see more of Heraklion and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometers from central Heraklion. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It typically takes 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Heraklion. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Hannover Airport to Heraklion Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HAJ to HER in January if you like 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 places in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Heraklion. Around 322 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Where to next? Find your way to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometers north of Heraklion and is known for highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
