This is an independent traveller’s guide to Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER), the main gateway to Crete, Greece. It brings together practical, regularly-updated information on flights, transport, the terminal and passenger services, so you can plan your trip through the airport with confidence.
What this guide covers
We focus on the things travellers actually need at HER: how to get to and from the airport, what is inside the single terminal, parking, lounges, shopping and food, and the practical steps of check-in, security, passport control and baggage. Each topic has its own detailed page, and the airport guide ties them together.
Who we are
The guide is maintained by an independent editorial team that compiles information from official sources — the airport operator Fraport Greece, the airlines serving Crete, and local transport operators — and reviews it regularly for accuracy. Where prices, timetables or opening hours are given, we treat them as a guide and encourage you to confirm the current details on the day.
Not the official airport site
This is an independent information site. It is not affiliated with, operated by or endorsed by Fraport Greece or Heraklion International Airport. For official notices, live operational status and bookings, always check with the airport operator and your airline directly.
About Heraklion Airport
HER is the second-busiest airport in Greece, handling over nine million passengers a year through a single, compact terminal about 5 km east of Heraklion city. It connects Crete with more than 120 destinations, mostly across Europe and heavily concentrated in the summer season. See the statistics page for the numbers and the terminal guide for the layout.
How we keep it accurate
Airports change — routes come and go with the seasons, and prices and facilities are updated. We revise the guide as things change and flag where figures are approximate. If you spot something out of date, let us know via the contact page.
Start planning
New to HER? Begin with first time at the airport, check the live flight board, and read the transport guide for getting to your accommodation on Crete.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the official Heraklion Airport website?
No — it is an independent guide, not affiliated with Fraport Greece or the airport.
How current is the information?
We update it regularly, but treat prices and times as a guide and confirm the latest on the day.
Where do the facts come from?
Official sources such as Fraport Greece, the airlines and local transport operators.