Heraklion to Munich (HER–MUC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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HER–MUC is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aegean Airlines and Airbus Transport International lead the route. The flight covers 1,130 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 9 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 Aegean Airlines | 14 | 320, 32A | 2h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| 4Y Airbus Transport International | 7 | 32A | 2h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Munich from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→MUC | ATH→MUC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 192 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 77 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EET · MUC: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 5:00 PM in Munich.
Both Greece and Germany are EU and Schengen member states. Greek citizens have full freedom of movement and can live, work, and travel in Germany without a visa or time limit. A valid passport or Greek national ID card is sufficient.
S8 S-Bahn to Marienplatz (central Munich) takes 40 minutes (€13.60). S1 offers an alternative route. Both run every 20 minutes, starting from around 4am. The Airport City Day Ticket (€12.80) covers all city zones and is worth buying if making multiple journeys.
Lufthansa Airport Bus to Hauptbahnhof costs €12 (45 min). Taxis to central Munich run €65–80. For Nuremberg, ICE trains run from the airport station via Munich Hauptbahnhof. The terminal complex (T1 and T2) is efficiently laid out with short walks between check-in and gates.
Continental climate at 453m elevation. Winters (December–February) bring regular snowfall and temperatures of −5 to 3°C. The airport is well-equipped for winter operations and rarely closes for snow, but heavy snowfall and black ice cause delays. Munich can be hit by Föhn wind events: a warm alpine wind that reduces visibility and generates turbulence.
Summers are warm (22–28°C) with afternoon thunderstorms common in July and August. These can be severe enough to ground aircraft temporarily. Spring and fall are pleasant but variable. October is reliably clear and often the best month for connections.
HER–MUC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to MUC
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Munich Airport (MUC) are connected by nonstop service from Airbus Transport International and Aegean Airlines. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HER to MUC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to MUC ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,130 miles (1,818 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via WRO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Spata-Artemida (ATH).