Heraklion to Vienna (HER–VIE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HER–VIE is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Austrian Airlines and Ryanair lead the route. The flight covers 986 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 43 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS Austrian Airlines | 11 | 320, 321 | 2h30 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| FR Ryanair | 4 | 320 | 2h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vienna from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→VIE | CHQ→VIE | JMK→VIE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 59 mi | 145 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 15 | 6 | 4 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 30m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EEST · VIE: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 5:00 PM in Vienna.
Greek passport holders enter Austria freely with no visa, no time limit on stays, and no immigration checks at the border. Both countries are EU and Schengen members. A Greek national ID card or passport is sufficient for entry. No registration is required for stays under 3 months.
For stays beyond 3 months, you must register with the local Austrian registration authority (Meldeamt) within 3 days of moving in, and apply for a "Confirmation of Registration" (Anmeldebescheinigung) at the MA 35 office (in Vienna) or the district authority (Bezirkshauptmannschaft) in other regions. You need proof of employment, self-employment, studies, or sufficient funds (roughly EUR 1,200 per month) plus health insurance. The registration costs EUR 15.
Direct flights from Athens to Vienna run about 2 hours 30 minutes on Aegean Airlines and Austrian Airlines. Both countries use the euro, so no currency exchange is needed. No vaccination requirements. As EU citizens, Greeks have full rights to work, study, and access healthcare in Austria. The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) covers emergency medical treatment. Vienna has a large Greek community, with Greek Orthodox churches, cultural associations, and Greek restaurants concentrated in the 10th and 15th districts.
The S7 commuter rail runs to Wien Mitte in 30–35 minutes (€4.20 every 30 minutes). The CAT (City Airport Train) is faster at 16 minutes (€14.90) and includes a city check-in facility at Wien Mitte.Taxis to the center cost €35–45 metered. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. The Vienna City Card covers all S-Bahn travel and is worth buying if you plan to use public transit throughout your stay.
Continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. July and August average 25–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winter (December–February) brings temperatures of −5–4°C. Snow and freezing fog are the main disruption risks at VIE, typically causing delays rather than cancellations.
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are mild at 10–20°C. Föhn winds in spring can cause turbulence on approaches. Pack layers year-round. Mornings and evenings can be significantly cooler than afternoons.
HER–VIE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to VIE
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Vienna International Airport (VIE) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair and Austrian Airlines. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HER to VIE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to VIE ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 986 miles (1,587 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 30 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
43 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via LTN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Souda (CHQ), Mykonos (JMK) and Rhodes (RHO).