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$97+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Heraklion (HER)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — HER
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. are usually found in November or September, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Heraklion

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Heraklion (HER). 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 September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$216
(Aegean Airlines)

One-way from

$97
(Expedia)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$176

Good round-trip deal

$211 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
From Istanbul to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Heraklion
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Heraklion. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/148:50 pmIST - HER
1 stop3h 35mAegean Airlines
Sun 10/199:50 pmHER - IST
1 stop4h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 9/16$216
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/83:50 pmIST - HER
1 stop6h 50mAegean Airlines
Sat 10/119:50 pmHER - IST
1 stop4h 30mAegean Airlines
Deal found 9/18$285
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/71:40 amIST - HER
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/119:50 pmHER - IST
1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/18$346
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/228:20 amIST - HER
Nonstop1h 30mAegean Airlines
Thu 9/258:05 pmHER - IST
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 9/17$568

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Heraklion that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

Heraklion

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

Tue 10/14

8:50 pm-12:25 am

1 stop3h 35m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 10/19

9:50 pm-2:20 am

1 stop4h 30m

$216

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

3:50 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 10/11

9:50 pm-2:20 am

1 stop4h 30m

$285

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

Tue 10/7

1:40 am-7:30 am

1 stop5h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 10/11

9:50 pm-2:20 am

1 stop4h 30m

$346

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

Fri 11/21

10:00 pm-8:55 am

1 stop11h 55m

$97

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

Fri 9/26

4:20 am-2:55 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$121

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

Thu 12/4

12:15 pm-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$306

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

Thu 11/20

2:20 am-8:55 am

2 stops7h 35m

$713

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Deals found on 9/17

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Heraklion

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to Heraklion. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion is 13 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to HER?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Heraklion. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

Reviews of airlines servicing Heraklion

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heraklion. 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 Heraklion. Reviews last updated September 19, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion, such as Aegean Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
787 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
787 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
787 reviews

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to Heraklion. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Heraklion from Istanbul?

    Most people fly into Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER) if they book a flight to Heraklion from Istanbul. On average, N. Kazantzakis Apt. has 0 inbound flights from Istanbul per day from 1 airline. Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. is conveniently located just 1.7 mi from Heraklion’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

    Departing from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion will take you 3h 35m. There are 453 mi between Istanbul Airport and Heraklion.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion round-trip?

    Flying on Aegean Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Heraklion, with prices starting at $128. Aegean Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion?

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion is $53. On average you can expect to pay $180. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.), can usually be booked for $238.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to Heraklion that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to Heraklion flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to Heraklion?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to Heraklion.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to Heraklion?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to Heraklion by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Istanbul to Heraklion

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Istanbul to Heraklion. 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 September 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Aegean AirlinesCheapest$128Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%

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