Heraklion to Birmingham, West Midlands (HER–BHX) — 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.
HER–BHX is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Jet2.com, TUI Airways and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 1,769 miles in approximately 4h 23m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS Jet2.com | 7 | 32Q, 73H | 4h25 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 4 | 7M8, 7S8 | 4h10 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 2 | 320 | 4h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Birmingham, West Midlands from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→BHX | CHQ→BHX | JTR→BHX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 59 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | 4 | 3 |
| Flight time | 4h 23m | 4h 15m | 4h 5m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EEST · BHX: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 4:00 PM in Birmingham, West Midlands.
Greek passport holders do not need a visa for the UK for stays up to 6 months. Since April 2, 2025, you must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before traveling. The ETA costs GBP 20, allows multiple entries over 2 years, and is linked to your passport. Apply through the UK ETA app. Most approvals come through within minutes.
A valid passport is required. Greek national ID cards are not accepted for UK entry.
HER–BHX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to BHX
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) are connected by nonstop service from Jet2.com, TUI Airways and easyJet. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HER to BHX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to BHX is about 4 hours 23 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,769 miles (2,847 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, Munich and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Souda (CHQ), Santorini Island (JTR) and Kos Island (KGS).