Flying from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion is one hour ahead of Alicante and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your ALC to HER flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Heraklion Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between ALC and HER:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
Right now, Rs21,055 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs47,509. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ALC to HER if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Heraklion Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
When it comes to Alicante-Elche Airport's on-time performance, 73.22% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Alicante-Elche Airport from central Alicante, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near ALC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Alicante-Elche Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Pick up a Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Heraklion. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ALC to HER sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Travel around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its leading sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Time for another stop? Find your way to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is home to highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.