Travelling from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Lisbon Airport (LIS): what you need to know
Lisbon is two hours behind Heraklion and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your HER to LIS flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Crete Heraklion Airport to Lisbon Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HER and LIS:
Barcelona Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Athens International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
$87 is currently the best price for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Return flights start at $172. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from HER to LIS, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Lisbon Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HER to LIS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Lisbon Airport.
Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Crete Heraklion Airport, 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Heraklion to Crete Heraklion Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Lisbon Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near HER:
Arriving at Lisbon Airport (LIS)
Book a hotel near LIS if you're catching a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Lisbon Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Lisbon Airport rental car and explore Lisbon and beyond with your own wheels. Klass Wagen, Goldcar and OK Mobility are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Lisbon Airport around two weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Lisbon Airport (LIS)
August is the busiest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Lisbon Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Lisbon in March.
The warmest month in Lisbon is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Lisbon Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HER to LIS around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Portugal
You've done Lisbon, now it's time to explore other parts of Portugal. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Porto to check off its leading attractions. From Ribeira District to Rio Douro and Livraria Lello, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 8 kilometres north-west of Lisbon, Amadora is another favourite stop in Portugal. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Roman Villa, Park Fantasia and Palácio dos Condes da Lousã.