Shortest Flight
Air Serbia
26 Sep, Sat
Frankfurt – Heraklion
17h 35m
1 stop
FRA–HER
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Quick Flight Summary from Frankfurt to Heraklion
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price 644 SAR
- Direct flight duration 3 hour
- Arrival airports HER
- Best days to book Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days 644 SAR
Cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Heraklion
Last update: 17 September 2026 18:58
Estimated Prices for Frankfurt to Heraklion Flights
Cheapest Day24 September Thursday
Best Price
218 SAR
Average Price
715 SAR
1,142 SAR
218 SAR
Key Features of the Airlines
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
- Full Service with Meals
- 23kg Free Baggage
- SkyTeam Member
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
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Transportation to Airport from Frankfurt City Center
Frankfurt Airport
Frankfurt Airport is located 12 km southwest of the city center. The airport offers guests a rich variety of services and amenities and transportation alternatives to get to and from the city center. Frankfurt Airport is accessible by train, bus, taxi and rental car.
Train
Frankfurt has an excellent public transportation system, making it quick and easy to get around the city. A convenient method of transportation to get to Frankfurt Airport from the city center is by commuter trains. The S-Bahn commuter rail line operates directly to the airport, stopping at the Frankfurt Airport Station in Terminal 1. S-Bahn lines S8 and S9 provide transportation to the airport from Frankfurt Central Station. The total trip takes about 10 minutes and trains run every 15 minutes during peak hours.
Bus
Buses are another transportation alternative you can use to get to the airport from the city center. There are many different bus lines and routes that provide direct transportation to the airport terminals. Buses are a convenient and reliable method of transportation to get to the airport.
Taxi
Another convenient transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi. Taxis are easily accessible in every part of the city but taxi fares are more expensive than other transportation options. Only certain taxi companies are licensed to go to the airport. You can always ask the hotel you are staying at to help arrange a taxi for you. The trip from the city to the airport by taxi takes about 30 minutes.
Airport Information
Frankfurt Airport is a major international airport located about 12 km from the city center. It is the busiest airport in Germany and one of the busiest airports in Europe. Frankfurt Airport handled over 61 million passengers in 2015, connecting them to over 295 destinations around the world. The airport features a variety of services and amenities aimed at meeting passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs.
Frankfurt Airport operates both domestic and international flights out of 2 passenger terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The two terminals are connected by the SkyLine train, which is free. Each terminal is equipped with a variety of services that passengers might need during their wait. The airport offers free Wi-Fi services 24 hours a day and other basic services such as ATMs, currency exchange services, tax refund providers, lounges, a conference center, VIP services, spa services, postal services, health care, airport tours, a visitors’ terrace, duty free shops, stores, restaurants, and more.
Venues where you can enjoy something to eat or drink include Italissimo, Deli Bros., Caviar House, Meyer Feinkost, Burger King, Grab & Fly, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Mc Donald’s, and more. Popular brands at the airport include Dior, Ferrero, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, Davidoff, Fisher Price, Chanel, Emporio Armani, Tag Heuer, Tommy Hilfiger, Hasbro, and Lego. Frankfurt Airport also features services that are a bit more unique like yoga rooms, silent chairs, an arcade where passengers can play games for free, smoking lounges, workbenches, and lounge-like relaxation zones.
Transportation to Heraklion City Center from Airport
Heraklion Intl. | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
Although Heraklion is the largest residential area in Crete, especially the old city district is proper for walking. You can explore the whole city with a comfortable shoe, but you should always consider the weather. On the other hand, it is possible to explore the city by participating in the tours of many tourism agencies. Public transportation in the city is provided by buses. You can get to the whole city by buses, which will take you from the main bus stops A, B, and C.
Of course, there are many ferry and boat services in Heraklion, the biggest port city of Crete island. From there you can travel to many ports such as Santorini, Ios, Mykonos or Rhodes. Daily ferry service to Piraeus Port is also organized. It is possible to reach Athens from this port. You can rent a car in the city. Motorcycles and scooters, as well as cars, are quite common. It provides not only an ideal way of transportation to visit the city in warm weather but also an easy access to the other settlements of Crete Island such as Ayios Nikolaos and Chania. You can reach these cities by following the E75 highway. Traffic in the city can be really busy from time to time. Usually, there is an irregular traffic flow and road works are done. You can see the taxi almost everywhere in the city. However, it is not allowed to stop a taxi on the road, you need to use the taxi stops. You can see the taxi stops in front of the port, the bus station, and the airport. It is possible to use it not only for short trips but also as a private tour vehicle as well.
Taxis do not have a standard price policy, so if you can agree on the fare you can travel the whole city by having breaks at the important places of the city. All signs in Crete Island are written in English, using Latin alphabet as well as Greek alphabet, so you will not have trouble during transportation. The most used transportation vehicle from Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport to the city center is taxi. Buses are available for those who prefer to use public transportation. If you rent a car at the airport, you can easily reach the surrounding cities, not just the city center.
Bus
You can use the buses to the city center from bus stops at the airport terminal exit. The services are quite frequent, buses depart every 5 minutes. The services are rare only on Sundays. Buses start to pick up passengers early in the morning and continue its services until late in the evening.
Taxi
You can easily see the taxi stop when you leave the airport arrival terminal. Getting to the city center by taxi is easy and fast. If you wish, you can reserve a taxi for you by contacting the airport taxi station in advance.
Rent a car
Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport has 9 different vehicle rental companies that you can rent cars or motorbikes. You can make your vehicle rental operations online before your flight. You must remember that you must have international competence in order to be able to drive in Crete. The airport is located right on the E75 highway.
Heraklion Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Today
Monday
21 Sep
27°22°
Tuesday
22 Sep
29°17°
Wednesday
23 Sep
24°19°
Thursday
24 Sep
23°17°
Friday
25 Sep
24°14°
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Which airports can I use for Frankfurt-Heraklion flights?
Which airports can I use for Frankfurt-Heraklion flights?
For Frankfurt-Heraklion flights, you can use Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt Hahn Airport, Frankfurt (Main) Railway Station as departure airport, and Heraklion Intl. | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Frankfurt-Heraklion and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Frankfurt-Heraklion and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Frankfurt-Heraklion is 2112 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 30 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Frankfurt-Heraklion flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Frankfurt-Heraklion flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Frankfurt-Heraklion flights is Tuesday.
Frankfurt-Heraklion: which airline is better value on this route?
Frankfurt-Heraklion: which airline is better value on this route?
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 218 SAR.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Air Serbia | 598 SAR | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage (55x40x23 cm cm) / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Aegean Airlines | 218 SAR | 1 piece X 5 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 23 kg checked baggage |
 SKY express | 716 SAR | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund |
 Lufthansa | 1,022 SAR | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) |
 Corendon Airlines Europe | 989 SAR | 1 piece X 20 kg checked baggage |
 Condor | 280 SAR | — |
 TUI fly | 466 SAR | — |
Last update: 12.09.2026
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