Helsinki (Vantaa) to Heraklion (HEL–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.
HEL–HER is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Finnair leads the route. The flight covers 1,726 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair | 3 | 32B | 3h55 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Heraklion from Helsinki (Vantaa)
| Metric | HEL→HER | TLL→HER |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HEL | – | 63 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 3 |
| Flight time | 3h 55m | 4h 5m |
Travel Essentials
HEL: EEST · HER: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa), it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion.
Finnish citizens enter Greece visa-free with no time limit as EU members. A Finnish passport or national ID card gets you through border control. No advance paperwork or registration is needed for short stays.
For stays over 90 days, register at the local police station or Aliens Bureau and request a Registration Certificate for EU Citizens. The fee is EUR 10. Bring your passport or ID, proof of funds or employment, and health insurance documentation.
Finland to Greece is a major summer leisure route. Direct flights from Helsinki reach Athens, Thessaloniki, and several island airports (Rhodes, Crete, Corfu) during peak season. Both countries use the euro. Your EHIC/GHIC covers emergency medical treatment at Greek public hospitals. Island ferries from Athens (Piraeus port) do not require any ID check for domestic travel within Greece.
HEL–HER Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HEL to HER
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HEL to HER Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HEL to HER is about 3 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,726 miles (2,778 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 7 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Bucharest Henri Coandă and Rhodes. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tallinn (TLL).