Barcelona to Heraklion (BCN–HER) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BCN–HER is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Vueling leads the route. The flight covers 1,314 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VY Vueling | 3 | 32A | 3h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
BCN: CEST · HER: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Barcelona, it's 7:00 PM in Heraklion.
Spanish passport holders enter Greece with no border checks. Both countries are EU and Schengen members. A valid Spanish national ID card or passport is all you need. No visa, no registration for short stays, no paperwork.
For stays longer than 3 months, register at the local Aliens Bureau (Ypiresia Allodapon) for an EU registration certificate (Vevaiosi Eggrafis Politi tis EE). Bring your passport or ID, proof of health insurance, and evidence of employment or sufficient funds. The certificate is free and issued on the spot in most offices. EU citizens can live and work in Greece without a work permit.
Aerobus express coaches run every 5 minutes from Plaça de Catalunya to both T1 and T2 (35 min, €6.75 one-way / €11.60 return). Departures from 5:00am to 1:00am.
RENFE R2 Nord train connects Passeig de Gràcia and Sants station to the airport (20 min from Sants, €4.60). Taxis from the city centre are metered and typically cost €25–35. Ride-shares (Uber, Cabify) are available and cost similarly.
BCN–HER Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BCN to HER
Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) are connected by nonstop service from Vueling. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BCN to HER Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BCN to HER is about 3 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,314 miles (2,114 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Marseille Provence and Milan Malpensa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.