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adults (12+)
children (2-11)
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adults (12+)
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Heraklion is a city famed for its ancient history, palaces, museums and fortresses. During the olden times, it was the port of Knossos and was founded in 824 by Muslims. Heraklion went through several rulers during the Byzantine, Ottoman and British occupations. It was, however, in the Venetian era that the city flourished in architecture, art, trade and literature. Today, Heraklion is a city proud of its heritage and capitalises on this to promote its services and tourism sectors. Many flights to Heraklion bring travellers from all over the world to see its ancient ruins and experience its cultural past whilst enjoying a relaxed holiday on the island of Crete. Check out our offers flight + hotel to Heraklion!
The fourth largest island in Greece boasts of many stunning attractions, from historic ruins to splendid fortifications. Visit museums, ramble through archaeological excavations or check out fortresses. Sample local dishes, stroll through markets or just soak in stunning views. For travellers on cheap flights to Heraklion, the urban settlement is a delightful combination of the new and the old.
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Heraklion International Airport or Nikos Kazantzakis is the main airport that looks after the air travel needs of Heraklion city. Most of the flights handled by the airport are seasonal, particularly during the summer months when passengers who book trips to Heraklion are at their highest volume. The airport features cafes and snack bars, duty-free shops, cash dispensers, currency exchange, car rental and lounges for the comfort of travellers.
The top carriers at this airport are the following airline companies: Aegean Airlines, Sky Express and Thomson Airways.
It is located 5 km from the centre of Heraklion city.
The airport is accessible via the E75 motorway or by using the principal road of Ikarou from the city centre. Local buses run on a regular schedule from the airport to downtown Heraklion and back. For passengers who want to reach their hotels rapidly, taking a cab from the taxi stand is the best option. It is also possible to reserve or book cabs online.