Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU): what you need to know
Ljubljana's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Ljubljana one hour behind Heraklion.
To ensure you get on your HER to LJU flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HER and LJU:
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport flight is Rs34,617. A return plane ticket right now is Rs73,379. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HER to LJU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Snapping up cheap flights from HER to LJU is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from HER land at their destination as scheduled 80.18% of the time.
Heraklion Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near HER. Whether you've booked an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
If you're landing on a late Heraklion Airport to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near LJU:
Travel at your own pace with a Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Garage Nr1, Carwiz or Avant Car and chase adventure across Ljubljana and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) to central Ljubljana
From Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport, Ljubljana is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU)
The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Ljubljana based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Ljubljana is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Heraklion Airport to Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HER to LJU in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC and 7ºC on average.
Explore more of Slovenia
Ljubljana is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Slovenia you'll want to see. Around 105 kilometres north-east of Ljubljana, a trip to Maribor will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Bičarjev park, Talcem and McDonnell Douglas MD-80.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Slovenia, consider Celje, roughly 64 kilometres east of Ljubljana. Grad Prešnik, Savinja riverbank and Celje railway station are highlights.