Heraklion to Manchester, Greater Manchester (HER–MAN) — 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–MAN is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Jet2.com, TUI Airways and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 1,820 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS Jet2.com | 9 | 32Q, 73H | 4h30-4h35 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 6 | 788, 7M8, 7S8 | 4h15 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 5 | 321 | 4h20-4h40 | – | – | – |
| XR Skywest Australia | 3 | 738 | 4h09 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Manchester, Greater Manchester from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→MAN | CHQ→MAN | JTR→MAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 59 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 23 | 12 | 6 |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 4h 10m | 4h 10m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EEST · MAN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 4:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester.
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.
Rail from Manchester Airport station (between Terminals 1/2 and 3, connected by free shuttle bus) to Manchester Piccadilly takes 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak). Metrolink tram is slower (55 min) but cheaper and connects to suburbs not served by rail. Long-distance trains depart directly from the airport station to Liverpool (55 min), Leeds (80 min), and other northern cities.Taxis from arrivals cost £25–40 to the city centre; Uber operates from a designated zone. The Skylink bus connects all three terminals. Rental car desks are in the terminal buildings.
Temperate maritime climate. Among the wettest of any major UK airport. Rain is possible in any month. Manchester averages over 200 rainy days per year. Winters (November–February) are cool and grey at 3–9°C, with occasional fog delaying operations and infrequent but disruptive snow. Summers are mild at 18–24°C with unpredictable showers.
Wind from the west and southwest is the most common operational disruption. Rare but severe winter ice events can cause significant delays. Pack waterproofs year-round. A warm layer is useful even in August.
HER–MAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to MAN
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Manchester Airport (MAN) are connected by nonstop service from Jet2.com, TUI Airways, easyJet and Skywest Australia. With 23 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HER to MAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to MAN is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,820 miles (2,929 km). There are approximately 23 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 41 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Munich, Athens Eleftherios Venizelos and London Heathrow. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Souda (CHQ), Santorini Island (JTR) and Mykonos (JMK).