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Compare routes from Rome to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Rome to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP7,588
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air Malta
Average flights per week30

Finding cheap flights from Rome to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Rome to Crete Heraklion is P7,588. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Rome to Crete Heraklion.
Wizz Air Malta, Etihad Airways and ITA Airways fly direct from Rome to Crete Heraklion.
As of March 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Rome to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Rome to Crete Heraklion is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Rome to Crete Heraklion Airport on Sunday, 31 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 17 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Heraklion but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
The cheapest airline that flies to Crete Heraklion is Wizz Air Malta .

Travelling from Rome to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • Rome has a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport (HER) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA).

  • Take a direct flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 18 minutes.

  • The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is 1 hour ahead of Rome. Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion.

  • The most popular route is from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Heraklion Airport (HER), with 5 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FCO to HER is the 10:15 ITA Airways option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 14:55 with ITA Airways.

  • Your flight from Rome to HER won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Rome

Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport (HER) leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO).

  • Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Rome to Heraklion Airport leaving from FCO include:

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Rome to HER leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Milano Linate Airport (LIN)

    • Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)

  • FCO is about 32 kilometres from central Rome. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the best route and your public transport options.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)

  • Planning to leave from Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)? You can reserve a direct flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport (HER) out of this hub.

  • The most popular airlines that have direct flights from Rome to HER setting off from CIA include:

  • Break up your flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and HER include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Palese Airport (BRI)

    • Tirana International Airport (TIA)

  • With public transport, you can travel from central Rome to CIA in around 1 hour and 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 42 minutes.

  • Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Rome to HER, chill out in one of these hotels close to Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport:

About Heraklion Airport (HER)

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 15 minutes to get there by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • P2,861 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rome to Heraklion Airport. Return flights start from P7,588. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.

  • To score cheap tickets from Rome to HER, reserve your journey 10 months before your departure.

  • You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from Rome to Heraklion Airport if you take off in July. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from Rome to HER is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Personalise your trip by applying filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.

The best time to fly from Rome to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to travel to Heraklion. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Rome to HER in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 7ºC and 16ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Rome to Heraklion Airport.

More about Heraklion

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Heraklion right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis and Koules Fortress are popular attractions which should feature on every Heraklion itinerary.

Complete your Heraklion trip with a car rental

  • After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Rome to Heraklion Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Heraklion. Check out the offers and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.

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