Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport.
Warsaw's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Warsaw one hour behind Heraklion.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your HER to WAW flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Traveling to Warsaw (and then discovering more of Poland!) is a snap with Wizz Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Wizz Air.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between HER and WAW:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Sofia Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight is $47. A return ticket right now is $137. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from HER to WAW, book your journey seven months ahead of your planned departure.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from HER to WAW is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HER land on schedule 80.18% of the time.
Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometers from central Heraklion. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near HER? If you've booked an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
If you're coming in on a late Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near WAW:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent to explore Warsaw and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Frederic Chopin Airport around one week in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport to the center of Warsaw has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometers away.
Getting to the center on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Warsaw based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Frederic Chopin Airport for July if you'd like to visit Warsaw during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HER to WAW in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC (14ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of Poland
You've done Warsaw, now it's time to discover other parts of Poland. Journey about 121 kilometers south-west to Lodz to check off its top sights. From Piotrkowska Street to Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Krakow is another sought-after destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometers south of Warsaw. No journey is complete without experiencing St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.