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Santorini (Thira).Rs13,815 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs13,815, select.
Santorini (Thira).Rs14,134 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs14,134, select.
Santorini (Thira).Rs16,914 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,914, select.
Santorini (Thira).Rs17,645 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,645, select.
Santorini (Thira).Rs18,283 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,283, select.
Santorini (Thira).Rs18,921 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,921, select.
Santorini (Thira).Rs18,921 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,921, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) flights are currently cheapest in October.
May
from Rs14,134
Jun
from Rs18,283
Jul
from Rs16,914
Aug
from Rs18,921
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Crete Heraklion to Santorini (Thira): Alternative routes

Compare routes from Crete Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santorini (Thira).

Heraklion to Santorini (Thira): Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs13,815
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Santorini (Thira): Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) is Rs33,410. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Santorini (Thira). But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs33,410.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Crete Heraklion to Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport on Thursday, 2 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Crete Heraklion Airport and Santorini (Thira) Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santorini (Thira) but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santorini (Thira) is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, SKY express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Santorini (Thira).

Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know

  • Santorini (Thira)'s timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Heraklion.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your HER to JTR flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Santorini International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HER and JTR:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Ben Gurion International Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • Rs13,815 is the best price for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs33,410. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from HER to JTR. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Heraklion Airport to Santorini International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.

  • Picking up cheap flights from HER to JTR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Santorini International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Heraklion Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 80.18% of flights that depart HER reach their destination on time.

  • Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Santorini International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to HER:

Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Heraklion Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JTR instead:

  • Explore without limits with a Santorini International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and experience more of Santorini (Thira) and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Santorini International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)

  • Santorini International Airport to the centre of Santorini (Thira) has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.

When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Santorini International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santorini (Thira). If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Heraklion Airport to Santorini International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from HER to JTR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 16ºC on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • Santorini (Thira) has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira), a visit to Athens will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

  • Around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira), Larisa is another essential stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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