Cheap Flights from Leipzig (LEJ) to Crete Heraklion (HER)

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Heraklion.£164 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Leipzig on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From £164, select.

Heraklion.£164 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Leipzig on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From £164, select.

Heraklion.£199 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Jun, returning Sat, 4 Jul.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Leipzig on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 4 Jul, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From £199, select.

Heraklion.£199 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Leipzig on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Crete Heraklion on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From £199, select.

Heraklion.£199 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Leipzig on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From £199, select.

Heraklion.£199 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 8 Jul.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Leipzig on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From £199, select.

Heraklion.£207 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Condor.Outbound direct flight with Condor departs from Leipzig on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Condor departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From £207, select.

Heraklion.£253 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Leipzig on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Leipzig.Price includes taxes and charges.From £253, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion from £83 one-way

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Leipzig to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Leipzig to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

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Leipzig to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£164
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	3 hrs, 4 mins
Most popular airline	Marabu
Average flights per week	14

Finding cheap flights from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion?

The best price we found for a return flight from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion is £164. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion?

3 hours and 4 minutes is the average flight time from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion.

Which airlines fly direct from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion?

Marabu, Condor and Smart Wings fly direct from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion.

How many flights are there a week from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion?

As of January 2026, there are 14 flights per week flying from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion?

The cheapest month to fly from Leipzig to Crete Heraklion is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Leipzig Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Leipzig Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Friday, 17 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Leipzig Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 4 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Crete Heraklion?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Heraklion but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Heraklion?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Leipzig Airport to Crete Heraklion with?

Currently, Condor offers the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Travelling from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

The average time for a direct flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Heraklion one hour ahead of Leipzig.
Flights from LEJ to HER start at 06:10 — the first with Condor. The latest departure is at 21:30 with Marabu Airlines. In total, there are three weekly Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LEJ to HER flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Travelling to Heraklion (and then seeing more of Greece!) is easy with Condor. This popular airline offers direct flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Condor on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between LEJ and HER:
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport
- Vienna International Airport
- Dusseldorf International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Heraklion Airport (HER)

At the moment, £83 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £164. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from LEJ to HER, reserve your journey nine months before your departure.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LEJ to HER by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport.

Handy information about Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)

77.68% of flights departing from Leipzig/Halle Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Leipzig to Leipzig/Halle Airport is around 13 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LEJ:

Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)

If you're coming in on a late Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near HER:
Fast-track 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.
Booking your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

Heraklion Airport is approximately 2 miles from central Heraklion. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 15 minutes.

When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)

August is the most popular month for flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Heraklion in February.
Book your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you want to visit Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LEJ to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Heraklion. Around 200 miles away to the north-west, top sights here include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Your trip through Greece wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are among the highlights in this well-known destination, which is about 210 miles north of Heraklion.