Cheap flights from Heraklion (HER) to Istanbul (IST)
HER — IST
Nov 28 — Dec 51
1 adult, Economy
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 5 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday
Cheap flight deals from Heraklion to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heraklion (HER) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 29, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Popular in | October |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $261 |
Good one-way deal | $54 or less |
Compare providers for flights from Heraklion to Istanbul
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Heraklion to Istanbul in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Heraklion-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Heraklion-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Heraklion-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Heraklion-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Heraklion-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Heraklion to Istanbul
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Heraklion to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heraklion to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Heraklion to Istanbul Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 5 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Heraklion to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Heraklion to Istanbul Airport (average of $96). Flying from Heraklion to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $191). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HER to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from Heraklion to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 29, 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Heraklion to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.
How often are flights from Heraklion to Istanbul delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between Heraklion and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 67 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Heraklion to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Heraklion to Istanbul flights?
Over the last year, Freebird have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated October 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines from Heraklion to Istanbul Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
6.9
Food
7.4
Overall
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
6.9
Food
7.4
Overall
8.1
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2024
SKG - FRA
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Top airline flying from Heraklion to Istanbul
Discover the top airline that operate flights from Heraklion to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 29, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$114 | Average$223 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time87% |