Travelling from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to New York: what you need to know
New York is seven hours behind Heraklion, where Heraklion International Airport is located. New York follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your HER to New York flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from HER to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
HER is around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel near HER? If you're boarding an early flight from Heraklion International Airport to New York, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Heraklion International Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to New York
The best price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion International Airport to New York flight is Rs104,826. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs155,998. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from HER to New York. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Heraklion International Airport to New York across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from HER to New York.
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Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Heraklion International Airport to New York, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JFK:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from HER to New York.
You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
After your flight from Heraklion International Airport to New York has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 24 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near EWR. Unwind and get cosy after your HER to New York flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR can land you a better rate.
The address for Newark Liberty International Airport is Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Hop off your flight from Heraklion International Airport to New York and go straight to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of New York is around 13 kilometres from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and usually takes 30 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you around 55 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your break by choosing a hotel near LGA after your HER to New York flight. Recover from a day of travel or just take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Around two weeks before your flight from Heraklion International Airport to New York is the ideal time to secure your vehicle from LGA. You're likely to snag a better deal or score some early bird savings.
New York LaGuardia Airport can be found at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
December is the quietest month for flights from Heraklion International Airport to New York, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to New York based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Heraklion International Airport to New York plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from HER to New York in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Heraklion International Airport to New York, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Metropolitan Museum of Art are attractions you won't want to skip in New York.
Explore more of the United States
New York has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres southwest of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another essential stop in the United States and is around 306 kilometres northeast of New York. No trip is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
