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When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Crete Heraklion?

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in September.

Sydney to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to Heraklion: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundAED 3,613
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sydney to Crete Heraklion is AED 3,613. 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 Sydney to Crete Heraklion. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 3,613.
There are no flights flying from Sydney to Crete Heraklion, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Crete Heraklion is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Crete Heraklion 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 Crete Heraklion 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 Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, making Heraklion nine hours behind Sydney.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SYD to HER flight.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • At the moment, AED 1,769 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 3,613. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SYD to HER. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Heraklion Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SYD to HER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Heraklion Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.62% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Sydney. 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.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near HER if you have a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 15 minutes.

When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Heraklion. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Heraklion Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYD to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Heraklion. Around 322 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

  • Set out 338 kilometers north from Heraklion to visit Acharnes, another favorite among visitors to Greece. Kick off your sightseeing at Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.

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