How to get from Istanbul to Heraklion
A real 1-leg route: flight. Flight time 1h 30m, from €56.
We compared the ways to travel from Istanbul to Heraklion. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 30m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 719 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on August 18, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
Istanbul to Heraklion: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Istanbul Airport → Heraklion N. Kazantzakisflight
Aegean Airlines·1h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
How the trip from Istanbul to Heraklion works
Start with a Aegean Airlines flight from Istanbul to Heraklion, about 1h 30m. In total it's roughly €56 over 1h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Along the way to Heraklion
DepartureIstanbulWho runs Istanbul to Heraklion
On this route you travel with Aegean Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
Istanbul to Heraklion: common questions
How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Heraklion?+−
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Heraklion from Istanbul?+−
About 719 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Istanbul to Heraklion cost?+−
The best price in our latest search was €56. The exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Heraklion?+−
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 30m.
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Heraklion?+−
About 1h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Istanbul and Heraklion?+−
Istanbul is IST and Heraklion is HER, so this route is usually written IST to HER.
Which operators run Istanbul to Heraklion?+−
On this route you travel with Aegean Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Heraklion?+−
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?+−
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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