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Quick Flight Summary from Heraklion to Istanbul

  • Lowest recent price
    $96
  • Direct flight duration 1 hour 30 min
  • Arrival airports SAW / IST
  • Best days to book Wednesday, Thursday
  • Average over the last 30 days
    $147

Cheapest flights from Heraklion to Istanbul

Cheapest Direct Flight

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
9 Nov, Mon
Heraklion – Istanbul
1h 35m
Non-stop
HER–IST

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
16 Nov, Mon
Heraklion – Istanbul
11h 45m
1 stop
HER–IST

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
3 Nov, Tue
Heraklion – Istanbul
11h 45m
1 stop
HER–IST

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
8 Nov, Sun
Heraklion – Istanbul
7h 45m
1 stop
HER–IST

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
12 Nov, Thu
Heraklion – Istanbul
7h 45m
1 stop
HER–IST

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
21 Oct, Wed
Heraklion – Istanbul
4h 25m
1 stop
HER–IST

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
26 Oct, Mon
Heraklion – Istanbul
1h 35m
Non-stop
HER–IST

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
6 Nov, Fri
Heraklion – Istanbul
1h 35m
Non-stop
HER–IST

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines
2 Nov, Mon
Heraklion – Istanbul
12h 55m
1 stop
HER–IST

Last update: 16 October 2026 13:28

Estimated Prices for Heraklion to Istanbul Flights

Cheapest Day9 November Monday
Best Price
$96
Average Price
$172
$354
$96
$354
16Fri
Oct
$183
17Sat
$313
18Sun
$267
19Mon
$128
20Tue
$105
21Wed
$166
22Thu
$267
23Fri
$177
25Sun
$126
26Mon
$207
27Tue
$236
31Sat
$236
01Sun
Nov
$128
02Mon
$105
03Tue
$128
05Thu
$126
06Fri
$105
08Sun
$96
09Mon
$105
12Thu
$128
13Fri
$105
16Mon

Key Features of the Airlines

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Transportation to Airport from Heraklion City Center

Heraklion Intl. | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport

It is possible to reach Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport from the city center in a short time. You can go by taxi, by bus or by car, if you have rented a car for your trip, and deliver it at the airport.

Bus

You can reach the Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport in 15 - 20 minutes with the airport bus from the city center. The bus service runs from early morning until late at night and a bus leaves every 5 - 10 minutes. You should also know that on Sundays the frequency of the bus services is reduced.

Taxi

You can always find a taxi easily in the city center, but do not forget that you must always look for a taxi stop. If you can not find a taxi stop close to the place you are staying at, you can ask the hotel to call a taxi for you. Because the distance is close, you can reach the airport in just 10 minutes under normal traffic conditions.

Rent a car

Renting a vehicle in Heraklion is very common. For this reason, you can come across many car rental companies in the city, you can rent a motorbike or car according to your preference. You can deliver your rental vehicle at the airport after having spent your entire trip with a comfortable transportation vehicle. To go to Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport, you must go from Ikarou main road, then connect to the E75 highway. The total distance is about 10 minutes.

Airport Information

Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport is in 5 km east of the city center and is more commonly referred to as Heraklion Airport by local people. The airport is the second busiest airport in Greece after Athens International Airport.

Especially during the summer season, the airport is quite crowded and there are long queues because there are many tourists. A new airport project, which is planned to be built in the Kastelli region, is being developed to eliminate this intensity.

At the airport, you can find a bank, a currency exchange, cash machines, duty-free shops, cosmetics and souvenir shops. You can also eat and drink at the airport restaurants, ice cream shops, cafes, and bars.

There is also 1 VIP and 1 CIP lounge at the airport. For passengers traveling with a kid, there is a baby room where they can get meet almost any needs.

Transportation to Istanbul City Center from Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport

Sabiha Gökçen Airport is located in Pendik, on the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. From the airport, you can get to the city center by metro, municipal bus, Havabus, public transport with a Marmaray transfer, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Metro
  • The airport is the terminus of the M4 Kadıköy–Sabiha Gökçen Airport metro line. The line takes about 50 minutes to get from the airport to Kadıköy.
  • You can transfer to Marmaray at Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and to the Metrobus at Ünalan station.
  • Timetables and weekend night services vary according to the current IBB (Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality) schedule. For up-to-date information, you can check Metro Istanbul's announcements.
  • You board the metro with an Istanbulkart. To buy a card, you can use the ticket machines at the stations.
Havabus
  • With Havabus services, you can reach Taksim and Kadıköy without transfers.
  • The Taksim line follows the Kavacık and Zincirlikuyu route. The journey takes about 1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
  • The Kadıköy line also stops at Yenisahra. The journey to Kadıköy takes about 1 hour, depending on traffic.
  • For current timetables and fares, you can check Havabus's official website.
Bus
  • E10: Kadıköy via Kurtköy
  • E3: 4. Levent Metro (European Side)
  • 16S: Uzunçayır Metrobus
  • MR60: Pendik YHT (Marmaray)
  • Routes and schedules may change. For up-to-date information, you can check the official IETT website or mobile app.
Marmaray
  • With Marmaray, you can reach many parts of the city by transferring.
  • You can take the MR60 bus to Pendik YHT station and transfer to Marmaray.
  • You can also take the M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi station and switch to Marmaray.
Taxi
  • You can take a taxi from the airport to anywhere in the city.
  • Bridge and tunnel tolls are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • There are offices of international and local car rental companies at the airport.
  • If you make a reservation in advance, you can pick up your car without waiting in line.
Transfer
  • You can travel comfortably from the airport to different parts of the city with a private transfer service.
  • It is recommended to book your transfer at least one day in advance.

Istanbul Airport

Istanbul Airport is located on the European Side. From the airport, which is in the Arnavutköy district, you can get to the city center by bus, Havaist, metro, taxi, car rental, or transfer service.

Bus
  • From Istanbul Airport, you can reach different parts of the city center, such as Mecidiyeköy, Mahmutbey, Sultangazi, Sarıyer, and Halkalı, on the H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, and H-8 buses.
  • The journey takes 1 hour 40 minutes to Mecidiyeköy, 1 hour 45 minutes to Halkalı, 1 hour 30 minutes to Mahmutbey, 1 hour 25 minutes to Sultangazi, and 1 hour 50 minutes to Sarıyer. Travel times may vary depending on traffic conditions.
  • You can buy bus tickets at the ticket booths or machines on the airport platforms, or online.
Metro
  • You can get from the airport to the city center on the M11 Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line.
  • The metro provides direct access to the Arnavutköy, İhsaniye, Göktürk, Kemerburgaz, Hasdal, Kağıthane, and Gayrettepe areas of the city center.
  • After getting off at Gayrettepe station, you can also transfer to the metrobus, buses, and the M1 Hacıosman - Yenikapı metro line.
  • The metro operates between 06:00 and 00:00.
  • The journey takes about 45 minutes on average.
Havaist
  • Havaist services take you to Aksaray, Esenler Bus Terminal, Arnavutköy, Halkalı-Başakşehir, Silivri - Çatalca, Beylikdüzü, Avcılar - Bahçeşehir, Bakırköy, Kadıköy, Taksim, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
  • You can pay the Havaist fare online, at the ticket booths on the platforms, or by card on the bus. Istanbulkart is accepted on some Havaist buses.
  • The Havaist fare varies depending on the route you take.
Taxi
  • Orange, turquoise, and black taxis run from Istanbul Airport to the city center.
  • A fixed fare applies from the airport to certain points in the city center.
  • Bridge crossings, bus terminal exit fees, and toll roads are paid by the passenger.
Car Rental
  • You can rent a car from Avec, Sixt, Hertz, Rent Go, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise, Garenta, and many other companies at the airport and drive to the city center.
  • If you make a reservation before

Istanbul Weather

5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature

Today
Friday
16 Oct
Rain
13°10°
Saturday
17 Oct
Rain
12°10°
Sunday
18 Oct
Rain
16°9°
Monday
19 Oct
Rain
17°13°
Tuesday
20 Oct
Rain
15°13°

Alternative Flights Heraklion Istanbul

Flights with Alternative Departure Locations Heraklion Istanbul

Frequently Asked Questions

When you search for Heraklion-Istanbul flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Heraklion-Istanbul flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
For Heraklion-Istanbul flights, you can use Heraklion Intl. | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport as departure airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Intl. Airport, Istanbul Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Heraklion-Istanbul is 732 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Heraklion-Istanbul flights is Saturday.
Aegean Airlines organizes direct flights between Heraklion-Istanbul.
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Aegean Airlines starts from approximately $67.
AirlinePriceStandard inclusions
Aegean Airlines
$67
No changes allowed / No Refund / 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage
SKY express
$165
Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund

Last update: 07.10.2026

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