Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
The timezone in Edinburgh is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Heraklion.
Every week, there are three Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 14:45 easyJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 23:55 with Jet2.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your HER to EDI flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Jetting into Edinburgh (and then seeing more of the United Kingdom!) is a breeze with easyJet. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with easyJet on this route.
EasyJet is the most punctual carrier that offers HER to EDI flights, with 66.67% of its services landing on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HER and EDI:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Athens International Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight is Rs17,106. A return plane ticket right now is Rs44,391. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HER to EDI if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from HER to EDI.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport.
Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
Of all flights departing from Crete Heraklion Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Crete Heraklion Airport from central Heraklion, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HER:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
If you're coming in on a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near EDI:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edinburgh Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Hertz and explore beyond Edinburgh's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Edinburgh Airport about one week before your trip.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
July is the busiest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Edinburgh in March.
The warmest month in Edinburgh is July, with the temperature ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Edinburgh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HER to EDI sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited Edinburgh, now it's time to explore more of the United Kingdom. Travel about 290 kilometres south to Manchester to tick off its popular sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 402 kilometres south of Edinburgh, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.