Heraklion to London (HER–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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BA697
BA British
32N
4:45 PM
EET
6:50 PM
GMT
4h 5m
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BA695
BA British
32N
5:40 PM
EET
7:45 PM
GMT
4h 5m
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BA699
BA British
32N
6:25 PM
EET
8:25 PM
GMT
4h
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BA696
BA British
32N
9:55 AM
GMT T5
4:00 PM
EET
4h 5m
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BA694
BA British
32N
10:15 AM
GMT T5
4:20 PM
EET
4h 5m
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BA698
BA British
32N
11:25 AM
GMT T5
5:30 PM
EET
4h 5m
M T W T F S S
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Heraklion to London
1 carrier, 9 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 9 Flights/wk 1,687 mi 4h nonstop -2h behind 8 1-stop hubs

HER–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,687 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 8 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop HER–LHR service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
BA British Airways 9 32N 4h-4h05 Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
32N Airbus A320neo – BA
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: BA (9 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, HER to LHR direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
2
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
9
Outbound / wk
9
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HER to LHR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
801
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.

Other ways to reach London from Heraklion

Nearby airports with service to London Heathrow Airport.
Metric HER→LHR JTR→LHR ATH→LHR
Distance from HER 75 mi 192 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 2
Weekly flights 9 7 60
Flight time 4h 4h 10m 3h 38m
Airports within 200 miles of HER with service to London Heathrow Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2h
London is 2 hours behind Heraklion.
HER: EET · LHR: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 4:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
1,687 mi / 2,715 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 0m to 4h 5m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting from LHR

Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.

London Climate

Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.

HER–LHR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Heraklion to London route.
Route details
Distance1,687 mi / 2,715 km
Flight time4h to 4h 5m
Time difference-2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights9 out / 9 return
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: HER
IATA / ICAOHER / LGIR
TimezoneEurope/Athens
Elevation115 ft / 35 m
Destination: LHR
IATA / ICAOLHR / EGLL
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr83.9M
Elevation83 ft / 25 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HER to LHR flights.
Nonstop flights from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport to London Heathrow Airport take approximately 4h to 4h 5m. The route covers 1,687 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: British Airways.
There are approximately 9 nonstop flights per week from HER to LHR. The return direction has about 9 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PRG, MUC, ATH, FRA, TIA, AMS, IST and LCA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 2 hours behind Heraklion.
Yes, return flights from LHR to HER are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include JTR and ATH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HER to LHR

Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

HER to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HER to LHR ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes to 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,687 miles (2,715 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via PRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Santorini Island (JTR) and Spata-Artemida (ATH).