Heraklion to Cardiff (HER–CWL) — 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–CWL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. TUI Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,793 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BY TUI Airways | 2 | 7S8 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Cardiff from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→CWL | KGS→CWL | RHO→CWL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 147 mi | 179 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 4h 10m | 4h 15m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EEST · CWL: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 4:00 PM in Cardiff.
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–CWL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to CWL
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Cardiff International Airport (CWL) are connected by nonstop service from TUI Airways. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HER to CWL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to CWL is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,793 miles (2,885 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Rhodes and Corfu Ioannis Kapodistrias. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Kos Island (KGS) and Rhodes (RHO).