Heraklion to Birmingham, West Midlands (HER–BHX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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 10m. Beyond nonstop, 24 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS Jet2.com | 4 | 32Q, 73H | 4h25 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 3 | 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 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| Flight time | 4h 10m | 4h 15m | 4h 10m |
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 TUI Airways, Jet2.com and easyJet. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HER to BHX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to BHX ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,769 miles (2,847 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via BLQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Souda (CHQ), Santorini Island (JTR) and Kos Island (KGS).