Cheap flights from Santander to Heraklion from £94

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2 stops
Tue, May 12
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£94
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1 stop
Tue, May 12
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£100
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1 stop
Sun, May 10
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£101
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1 stop
Tue, May 12
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£108
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1 stop
Thu, May 14
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£136
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1 stop
Sun, May 10
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£148
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Tue, May 12 – Thu, May 14
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£190
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Sun, May 10 – Thu, May 14
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£197
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1 stop
Tue, May 12 – Thu, May 14
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£203
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1 stop
Sun, May 10 – Fri, May 15
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£204
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1 stop
Tue, May 12 – Fri, May 15
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£211
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Sun, May 10 – Thu, May 14
Santander SDRHeraklion HER
£243
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How much do flights to Heraklion cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£94

Cheapest round-trip

£190

Average round-trip

£229

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Ryanair

Getting from Heraklion airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi or private transfer. Best value: public bus.

Heraklion is served by Heraklion International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis (HER), located just 5 km east of the city center. This makes airport transfers to city center destinations relatively quick and straightforward. Transport options include public buses, taxis, ride-hailing services, private transfers, and rental cars. Journey times are generally short, though traffic during peak tourist season can cause delays.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

15-25 min

€1.50-€2.50 (ticket price varies if purchased onboard)

every 10–20 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

10-20 min

€15-€25 (metered; night surcharge may apply)

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience with luggage

10-20 min

€25-€45 (pre-booked; fixed price)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

families or groups

10-20 min

€25-€60 (daily rate; varies by season)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

exploring Crete independently

10-20 min

€12-€22 (surge pricing may apply)

on-demand (traffic dependent)

app-based convenience

Notes:

  • Prices in EUR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Bus Line 1 connects the airport to the city center, stopping at key locations including the port and central bus station.
  • Taxis are metered with official rates; confirm the fare before departure.
  • Ride-hailing availability may be limited compared to larger cities.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Heraklion

Depart from
Santander
Arrive to
Heraklion International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Crete

Check-in for a flight from Santander to Heraklion

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
RyanairRYRFRNo
AegeanAEEA3No
VuelingVLGVYNo
easyJetEZYU2Yes
Wizz Air MaltaWMTW4No

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Heraklion

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January14°C9°C
February15°C9°C
March16°C10°C
April19°C13°C
May23°C16°C
June27°C20°C
July29°C22°C
August29°C23°C
September27°C21°C
October23°C18°C
November19°C15°C
December16°C11°C
Hottest Month
29°C
July
Coldest month
9°C
January
Sunny days
325
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
25 Apr
95%
15°C11°C
2 May
15°C13°C
Sunday
26 Apr
85%
18°C13°C
3 May
82%
15°C13°C
Monday
27 Apr
20°C13°C
4 May
17°C10°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
17°C12°C
5 May
17°C12°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
19°C11°C
6 May
17°C12°C
Thursday
30 Apr
19°C13°C
7 May
18°C12°C
Friday
1 May
15°C13°C
8 May
19°C13°C
The most popular airlines for this route are Ryanair, Aegean, Vueling, easyJet, and Wizz Air Malta. Santander and Heraklion have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What airports are near Santander?
The main airport in Santander is Santander. It is also served by Bilbao, Asturias, Santander, Biarritz Pays Basque, San Sebastián, Pamplona, Vitoria, León, Valladolid, Logroño–Agoncillo.
What airports are near Heraklion?
The main airport in Heraklion is Heraklion International. It is also served by Santorini (Thira) National, Heraklion International, Chania International, Sitia Public.
Which airlines fly between Santander and Heraklion?
Currently, you can fly between Santander and Heraklion with Ryanair, Aegean, Vueling, easyJet, Wizz Air Malta.
When’s the best time to travel between Santander and Heraklion?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Santander and Heraklion, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Santander and Heraklion?
Traveling between Santander and Heraklion, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Santander?
There are a number of airports in and around Santander. The main one is Santander and other nearby airports include Bilbao, Asturias, Santander, Biarritz Pays Basque, San Sebastián, Pamplona, Vitoria, León, Valladolid, Logroño–Agoncillo
How many airports are there near Heraklion?
There are a number of airports in and around Heraklion. The main one is Heraklion International and other nearby airports include Santorini (Thira) National, Heraklion International, Chania International, Sitia Public.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Santander and Heraklion depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Santander, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Santander and Heraklion arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at Heraklion, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.
What time do flights between Santander and Heraklion depart?
What time do flights between Santander and Heraklion arrive?

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