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.