Heraklion to London, Essex (HER–STN) — 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–STN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Jet2.com and TUI Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,677 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS Jet2.com | 10 | 321, 32Q | 4h10-4h15 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 2 | 7S8 | 4h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London, Essex from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→STN | CHQ→STN | JTR→STN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 59 mi | 75 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 12 | 7 | 4 |
| Flight time | 4h 10m | 4h 5m | 4h 5m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EEST · STN: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 4:00 PM in London, Essex.
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–STN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to STN
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are connected by nonstop service from Jet2.com and TUI Airways. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HER to STN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to STN is about 4 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,677 miles (2,699 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 23 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Vienna and Milan Malpensa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Souda (CHQ), Santorini Island (JTR) and Kos Island (KGS).