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$124+ 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 8/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — HER
juin 17 — juin 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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 57 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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 juin 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$189
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$124
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$236

Good round-trip deal

$231 or less

Good one-way deal

$97 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 juin 12, 2025.

This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
lun. 6/1612:25 pmIST - HER
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
jeu. 6/268:05 pmHER - IST
Nonstop1h 25mAegean Airlines
Deal found 6/12$132
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
jeu. 6/199:10 amIST - HER
2 stops11h 45mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/236:00 amHER - IST
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$191
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 7/279:45 pmIST - HER
1 stop15h 45mSky Express
jeu. 7/3110:40 pmHER - IST
1 stop9h 50mSky Express
Deal found 6/11$237
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 6/187:45 amIST - HER
1 stop7h 00mAir Serbia
ven. 6/204:00 pmHER - IST
1 stop23h 50mAir Serbia
Deal found 6/10$301
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/165:55 pmIST - HER
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
jeu. 6/266:45 pmHER - IST
2 stops26h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 6/10$382
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 7/2310:20 pmIST - HER
1 stop10h 25mIberia
sam. 7/263:45 amHER - IST
1 stop13h 45mIberia
Deal found 6/11$1,005

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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

ven. 9/12

4:35 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

mar. 9/30

9:50 am-11:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$189

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

ven. 9/12

4:35 am-2:20 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

mar. 9/30

10:55 pm-8:30 am

1 stop9h 35m

$202

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

dim. 7/27

9:45 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

jeu. 7/31

10:40 pm-8:30 am

1 stop9h 50m

$237

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

sam. 6/28

5:55 pm-2:25 am

2 stops32h 30m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

sam. 7/5

9:40 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$349

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

mer. 7/23

10:20 pm-8:45 am

1 stop10h 25m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

sam. 7/26

3:45 am-5:30 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$1,005

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

lun. 8/25

12:25 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$124

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

ven. 9/5

10:35 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$151

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

ven. 8/1

9:30 am-11:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$170

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

jeu. 7/24

5:55 pm-2:25 am

2 stops32h 30m

$220

IstanbulHeraklion

IST - HER

ISTHER

Istanbul

mer. 6/18

2:10 am-12:25 am

2 stops22h 15m

$1,107

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Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to Heraklion

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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion is 56 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 juin 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 juin 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Emirates and Sky Express from Istanbul to Heraklion 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.
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

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
8.2
Very good
759 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Sky Express
7.6
Good
113 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Iberia
7.0
Good
2,776 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,136 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.2
Very good
759 reviews

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion round-trip?

    Flying on Aegean Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Heraklion, with prices starting at $189. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Sky Express and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $237 and $349, respectively. Aegean Airlines is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion one-way?

    $124 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Aegean Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sky Express and Lufthansa, with prices starting from $170 and $220, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Istanbul Airport to Heraklion is $90. On average you can expect to pay $203. The most popular route, (Istanbul - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.), can usually be booked for $202.

  • 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 juin 12, 2025.
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Aegean AirlinesCheapest$159Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%

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