Flying from Amman to Heraklion International Airport (HER): What you need to know
Heraklion International Airport is located in Heraklion. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Amman.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Amman to HER.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer lines and possible delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Amman
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Amman to HER. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular airports:
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Traveling from central Amman to AMM takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Amman Queen Alia International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Amman to Heraklion International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Amman Queen Alia International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from AMM arrive on schedule 85% of the time.
About Heraklion International Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Amman to Heraklion International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Heraklion International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and venture far and wide through Heraklion and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Amman to Heraklion International Airport flight.
Getting from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
The center of Heraklion is about 3 kilometers from Heraklion International Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Heraklion International Airport (HER)
$124 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Amman to Heraklion International Airport. Return flights start from $283. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Amman to HER if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Amman to Heraklion International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Amman to HER.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Amman to Heraklion International Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Amman to Heraklion International Airport (HER)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. January is the quietest month to visit Heraklion. August is when most people book flights from Amman to Heraklion International Airport (HER), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Amman to HER plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Amman to Heraklion International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about Heraklion
After booking your flight from Amman to Heraklion International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Heraklion:
There are plenty of exciting things to do in Heraklion when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Knossos Palace followed by Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbor of Heraklion.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Greece you should also see. About 105 kilometers west of Heraklion, a trip to Chania will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay.
Kos is another sought-after destination in Greece and is around 257 kilometers northeast of Heraklion. No trip is complete without a visit to Ancient Agora, Castle of the Knight of Saint John and Lambi Beach.
