Helsinki (Vantaa) to Heraklion (HEL–HER) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AY Finnair
320
7:15 AM
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AY Finnair
320
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Helsinki (Vantaa) to Heraklion
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 1,726 mi 3h 55m nonstop 31 1-stop hubs

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, 31 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Also explore HEL Routes HER Routes HEL Live Flights HER Live Flights
Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop HEL–HER service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AY Finnair 2 320 3h55 – Oneworld –
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – AY
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AY (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, HEL to HER direction.
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Departure time distribution
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Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HEL to HER.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
31
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,364
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Heraklion is 0 hours the same as Helsinki (Vantaa).
HEL: EEST · HER: EEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa), it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion.
Distance & Flight Time
1,726 mi / 2,778 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 55m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

HEL–HER Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Helsinki (Vantaa) to Heraklion route.
Route details
Distance1,726 mi / 2,778 km
Flight time3h 55m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections31 hubs
Origin: HEL
Full nameHelsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA / ICAOHEL / EFHK
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation179 ft / 55 m
Destination: HER
Full nameHeraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
IATA / ICAOHER / LGIR
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Elevation115 ft / 35 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HEL to HER flights.
Nonstop flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport take approximately 3h 55m. The route covers 1,726 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Finnair.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from HEL to HER. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KRK, PRG, FCO, MAN, ZRH, ATH, IST, EDI, HAM, BRU, AMS, DUS, RIX, FRA, CDG, CRL, VNO, MUC, LGW, DUB, STN, BER, RHO, VIE, LHR, CPH, GVA, OTP, LCA, BLQ and BGY. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from HER to HEL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HEL to HER

Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

HEL to HER Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HEL to HER ranges from 3 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,726 miles (2,778 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via KRK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.