Airport Heraklion Ankünfte

Heraklion Airport, also known as Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, is the largest and busiest airport on the Greek island of Crete. It is located about 5 kilometers east of the capital Heraklion and plays a crucial role in tourism on the island. Every year, over 7 million passengers use the airport to start their journey to Crete or to continue their journey from there.

The airport has a single runway and a modern terminal that was extensively renovated and expanded in 2017. In addition to domestic flights within Greece, numerous international connections from all over Europe, the Middle East and North Africa are also offered here.

In order to meet the constantly growing number of passengers, further expansion measures have been carried out at Heraklion Airport in recent years. For example, the terminal building was enlarged and the capacities for security checks and baggage claim were significantly increased. Parking facilities have also been expanded to better cope with the rush of rental cars and taxis.

How do arrivals at Heraklion Airport work?

If you arrive in Heraklion by plane, a modern and well-organized airport awaits you, designed to make your stay as smooth as possible.

After landing, you will first have to go through passport control, where you will have to show your passport or identity card. You will then proceed to the baggage claim area, where you can collect your checked baggage.

If you do not have checked baggage, you can leave the airport directly through customs control. Here your belongings will be randomly checked before you finally leave the airport.

Depending on the arrival time and time of day, there may be waiting times at the baggage claim carousels and passport control. I therefore recommend that you allow enough time for these formalities, especially if you have a connecting flight.

Up-to-date arrival information at Heraklion Airport

To give you an overview of the current arrival flights at Heraklion Airport, below is a table with the most important information:

Flight number

Origin

Arrival time

Status

LH1234

Frankfurt

10:15 a.m.

Landed

BA5678

London

11:30 a.m.

Late

AZ9012

Rome

1:45 p.m.

Punctual

TK3456

Istanbul

3:00 p.m.

Landed

DL7890

New York

4:20 p.m.

Announced

This information is updated in real time on the display boards in the airport terminal as well as on the Heraklion Airport website. This allows you to check the status of your flight at any time.

Please note that delays or changes are possible at any time. I therefore recommend that you check the current status well in advance of your flight.

Transportation Options from Heraklion Airport to Your Destination

Once you leave Heraklion Airport, there are several options available to you to continue your journey. The most popular options are:

1. Taxi: At the airport, you will find a taxi station where you can easily take a taxi. Fares are regulated and depend on the destination. A trip to the city center of Heraklion usually costs 20-25 euros.
2. Car rental: There are numerous car rental companies right at the airport where you can rent a car for the duration of your stay. This gives you maximum flexibility when getting around Crete.
3. Shuttle service: Many hotels and apartments in Crete offer a free shuttle service from Heraklion airport, so it is best to check with your accommodation if this service is available.
4. Public transport: You can also use the public bus to get to the city centre of Heraklion. Bus lines 2 and 6 connect the airport with the city centre on a regular basis.

Depending on your plans and travel needs, one of these options is sure to be the right choice for you. I recommend that you find out about the prices and travel times in advance in order to find an optimal connection to and from the airport.

If you need more information about your airport transfer in Crete, do not hesitate to contact me. I will be happy to assist you in planning and organizing your trip.