Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Tel Aviv's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Heraklion.
There are 24 Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flights every week to choose from.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your HER to TLV flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
There are plenty of direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport to pick from. When organizing your Tel Aviv journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of Israel:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Aegean Airlines on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between HER and TLV include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Rhodes Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight is $47. A round-trip fare is currently $118. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HER to TLV.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HER to TLV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.18% of flights that depart HER land on time.
Heraklion Airport is about 3 kilometers from central Heraklion. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 15 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near HER? If you've booked an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
If you're arriving on a late Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near TLV:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Budget or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tel Aviv and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ben Gurion International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
Ben Gurion International Airport to the center of Tel Aviv has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
July is the busiest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Tel Aviv in April.
When reserving your flight from Heraklion Airport to Ben Gurion International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tel Aviv, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HER to TLV sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Israel you'll want to see. About 56 kilometers south-east of Tel Aviv, a visit to Jerusalem will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Trench From 6-Day-War, chille Square and Community Garden - Gardens Shimrit.
Around 80 kilometers north of Tel Aviv, Haifa is another favorite stop in Israel. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Bat Galim Dog Park, I Love Haifa Sign and Gan Yizhak.