Flying from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your SEN to HER flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from London Southend Airport to Heraklion Airport. Many passengers pass through Charles de Gaulle Airport when flying between SEN and HER.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
$100 is the lowest price for a one-way London Southend Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Return flights start at $214. These prices can change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from SEN to HER, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from London Southend Airport to Heraklion Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SEN to HER by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Southend Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about London Southend Airport (SEN)
Of the flights that depart from London Southend Airport, 77.91% touch down on time at their destination.
London Southend Airport is around 64 kilometers from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 1 hour 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from London Southend Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SEN:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Southend Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport to the center of Heraklion has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month for flights from London Southend Airport to Heraklion Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Heraklion in February.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from London Southend Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEN to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Heraklion, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Travel about 322 kilometers north-west to Athens to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of the Center for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Next up? Travel to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometers north of Heraklion and is home to highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.