Munich to Heraklion (MUC–HER) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MUC–HER is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Aegean Airlines, Condor and Lufthansa lead the route. The flight covers 1,130 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A3 Aegean Airlines | 16 | 320, 321, 32A | 2h35-2h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| DE Condor | 9 | 320 | 2h25-2h50 | – | – | – |
| LH Lufthansa | 9 | 321, 32A | 2h40-2h45 | – | – | – |
| 4Y Airbus France | 7 | 32A | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| X3 TUI fly | 7 | 73H | 2h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Heraklion from Munich
| Metric | MUC→HER | SZG→HER | INN→HER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MUC | – | 68 mi | 78 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 48 | 8 | 2 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 25m | 2h 30m |
Travel Essentials
MUC: CEST · HER: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Munich, it's 7:00 PM in Heraklion.
Germany and Greece are both EU and Schengen member states. German citizens can enter Greece with a national ID card or passport. No visa, no border checks on flights from other Schengen countries, no time limit. Full freedom of movement applies.
For stays over 3 months, register at the local police station (Astynomia) or the Aliens Bureau in larger cities. You need proof of employment, self-employment, student enrollment, or sufficient funds with health insurance. The registration certificate (Vevaiosi Eggrafis Politou tis EE) is issued on the spot or within a few days. The fee is around EUR 10.
S-Bahn S1 and S8 both run to the airport from central Munich. S8 from Marienplatz takes 40 minutes (€13.60 single, or €12 with the Airport City Day Ticket). Trains run every 20 minutes from around 4am to 1am. The two S-Bahn lines run different routes through the city; choose based on your starting point.Lufthansa Airport Bus from the main train station takes 45 minutes (€12 single, €19.50 return). Taxis from central Munich cost €65–80. Ride-shares (Uber) are available. The airport is 29km northeast; allow extra time during morning rush.
MUC–HER Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MUC to HER
Munich Airport (MUC) and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) are connected by nonstop service from Aegean Airlines, Condor, Lufthansa, Airbus France and TUI fly. With 48 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MUC to HER Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MUC to HER is about 2 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,130 miles (1,818 km). There are approximately 48 weekly flights outbound and 62 return, totaling 110 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Vienna and Catania-Fontanarossa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Salzburg (SZG), Innsbruck (INN) and Nuremberg (NUE).