Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Rome's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Rome one hour behind Heraklion.
Pack your suitcase and choose from three weekly Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your HER to FCO flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport, so jetting to Rome (and then visiting more of Italy!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Wizz Air Malta on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between HER and FCO:
Athens International Airport
Tirana Airport
Bari Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Rs8,048 is the lowest price for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs20,927. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from HER to FCO, reserve your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from HER to FCO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
77% of flights that leave from Crete Heraklion Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Heraklion to Crete Heraklion Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to HER:
Arriving at Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you're arriving on a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near FCO:
Travel at your own pace with a Rome Fiumicino Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and venture far and wide through Rome and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Rome Fiumicino Airport around three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Rome based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 14ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HER to FCO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Italy
You've seen Rome, now it's time to discover other corners of Italy. Travel around 483 kilometres north-west to Milan to check off its leading attractions. From Leonardo's Last Supper Museum to Milan Cathedral and Teatro alla Scala, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometres south-east of Rome, Naples is another essential stop in Italy. Start your sightseeing at Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples.





