Heraklion to Edinburgh (HER–EDI) — 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–EDI is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. easyJet and Jet2.com lead the route. The flight covers 1,956 miles in approximately 4h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U2 easyJet | 3 | 320 | 4h35 | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2.com | 2 | 32Q | 4h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Edinburgh from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→EDI | JTR→EDI | KGS→EDI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 75 mi | 147 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 5 | 2 | 2 |
| Flight time | 4h 38m | 4h 15m | 4h 45m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EEST · EDI: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 4:00 PM in Edinburgh.
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–EDI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to EDI
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) are connected by nonstop service from easyJet and Jet2.com. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HER to EDI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to EDI is about 4 hours 38 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,956 miles (3,147 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Frankfurt Main, Václav Havel and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santorini Island (JTR), Kos Island (KGS) and Rhodes (RHO).