Traveling from Karpathos Airport (AOK) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Karpathos and Heraklion are both in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your AOK to HER flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
TUIfly Netherlands is your gateway to exploring Heraklion (and perhaps some other exciting parts of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is TUIfly Netherlands.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between AOK and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Rhodes Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
How to find the cheapest flights from Karpathos Airport (AOK) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is AED 269. A round-trip ticket is currently AED 563. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from AOK to HER by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Karpathos Airport (AOK)
Karpathos Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 87.1% of flights that depart AOK land on time.
Karpathos Airport is around 13 kilometers from central Karpathos. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near AOK:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and chase adventure across Heraklion and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to central Heraklion has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometers away.
It typically takes 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Karpathos Airport to Heraklion Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AOK to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Heraklion. Around 322 kilometers away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Time for another stop? Find your way to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometers north of Heraklion and is known for highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.