Shortest Flight
LOT Polish Airlines
22 Aug, Sat16:40
Heraklion – Nice
18h 10m
1 stop
HER–NCE
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Quick Flight Summary from Heraklion to Nice
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price SAR 1,169
- Direct flight duration 8 hour 40 min
- Arrival airports NCE
- Best days to book Saturday
- Average over the last 30 days SAR 1,169
Cheapest flights from Heraklion to Nice
Last update: 13 August 2026 00:37
Estimated Prices for Heraklion to Nice Flights
Cheapest Day15 September Tuesday
Best Price
SAR 568
Average Price
SAR 953
SAR 1,406
SAR 568
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
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
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 Nice City Center from Airport
Nice Cote d'Azur Airport
Cote d’Azur airport, located about 7 km southwest of Nice, is the third busiest airport in the country. Cote d’Azur Airport operates in the civil category, providing both domestic and international air travel. Every year the airport handles a significant amount of passengers.
There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from Cote d’Azur Airport. You can get to the city center from the airport via the highway by bus, rental car, motorcycle, and taxi or via the railway by train. Another, more unique transportation alternative to get to the city from the airport is by helicopter transfer.
Taxi
The fastest way to get to the city center from Cote d’Azur Airport is by taxi. Taxis are readily available at the terminal exit. Taxis are equipped with the latest technology and offer comfortable and fast door-to-door service. You can visit the airport’s website for more detailed information on specific taxi fares from the airport to your destination in the city.
Train
Trains are another transportation alternative to get to the city center. Taking a train to the city center from the airport is an affordable option, however the airport is not directly served by train. The nearest train station is the Nice Saint-Augustin station, which is 10 minutes walking distance from the Terminal 1 building.
Bus
Another affordable transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by bus. Airport Express buses provide easy transportation to different parts of the city, including the train station. Buses are easily accessible at the terminal exit once you land.
Rental Car
Another way to get to the city from the airport is by rental car. There are many rental car companies that have offices at Cote d’Azur Airport. The drive to the city is relatively short and quite enjoyable. Rental car companies at the airport provide service until 10 pm. You can arrange a rental vehicle from the rental car stand in the arrivals hall. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Avis, Europcar, Budget, Enterprise, Firefly and Interrent.
Motorbike Rentals
Another, perhaps more exciting transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport is by motorbike. Cote d’Azur Airport features 3 motorbike rental companies that those who want to travel by scooter can choose from: Easy-Moov, Happy Traffic and JP Taxi Moto.
Helicopter
Those who want a unique method of transportation can book a helicopter transfer service from Cote d’Azur Airport. Helicopter transfer services provide transportation to Ground Handling, Aeroport Cannes Mandelieu, Saint Tropez and Monaco.
Nice Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
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Saturday
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29°21°
Sunday
23 Aug
29°22°
Monday
24 Aug
30°24°
Tuesday
25 Aug
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Which airports can I use for Heraklion-Nice flights?
Which airports can I use for Heraklion-Nice flights?
For Heraklion-Nice flights, you can use Heraklion Intl. | Nikos Kazantzakis Airport as departure airport, and Nice Cote d'Azur Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Heraklion-Nice and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Heraklion-Nice and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Heraklion-Nice is 1786 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 2 hour 10 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Heraklion-Nice flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Heraklion-Nice flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Heraklion-Nice flights is Wednesday.
Heraklion-Nice: which airline is better value on this route?
Heraklion-Nice: 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 Swiss starts from approximately SAR 568.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 LOT Polish Airlines | SAR 1,096 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / No Refund |
 Eurowings | SAR 740 | — |
 Swiss | SAR 568 | 1 piece X 8 kg cabin baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) |
Last update: 13.08.2026
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