Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
4 hours 25 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Heraklion is 2 hours ahead of Glasgow and operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport start at 15:15 — the first with Jet2. The last departure is the 23:55 option with Jet2. Overall, there are 3 services every week between GLA and HER.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jet2 is your gateway to exploring Heraklion (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Greece!). Choose from the direct flights from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport offered by this popular carrier.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between GLA and HER include:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Bordeaux Airport
Stansted Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from GLA to HER, check whether you need a visa to enter Greece. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
RM431 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport. A return flight starts from RM910. These prices may change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from GLA to HER by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Travelling from central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport takes approximately 33 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near GLA:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to central Heraklion is about 9 minutes by car. It's approximately 3 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It typically takes 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you want to visit Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 16ºC then.
More about Heraklion
Start your Heraklion trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from GLA to HER, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis and Koules Fortress are popular attractions which should be on every Heraklion itinerary.
Complete your Heraklion trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Heraklion Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Heraklion.