Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion is two hours ahead of Porto and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your OPO to HER flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Porto Airport to Heraklion Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between OPO and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Porto Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is $147. A return ticket right now is $254. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from OPO to HER, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Porto Airport to Heraklion Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from OPO to HER.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Porto Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Porto Airport, data shows 74.49% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Porto to Porto Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Porto Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near OPO:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Porto Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Explore without limits with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and find adventure across Heraklion and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to the centre of Heraklion has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month for flights from Porto Airport to Heraklion Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Heraklion in February.
When reserving your flight from Porto Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OPO to HER in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Where to next? Head for Acharnes. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is home to highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
