How to get from Ankara to Heraklion
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We compared the ways to travel from Ankara to Heraklion. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 3h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 843 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on August 13, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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Ankara to Heraklion: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Ankara Esenboğa Airport → Heraklion N. Kazantzakisflight
Turkish Airlines·3h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Flight prices by day, Ankara to Heraklion
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€140October 2026
€448Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Turkish Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Ankara to Heraklion works
Start with a TK flight from Ankara to Heraklion, about 3h 35m. In total it's roughly €127 over 3h 35m, 1 transfer.
Ankara to Heraklion: common questions
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Heraklion?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 3h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Heraklion from Ankara?
About 843 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Ankara to Heraklion cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €127. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Ankara to Heraklion?
The most useful route we found connects: 1 transfer, 3h 35m in total. On flexible dates a live search sometimes turns up a nonstop.
How long is the flight from Ankara to Heraklion?
About 3h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Ankara and Heraklion?
Ankara is ESB and Heraklion is HER, so this route is usually written ESB to HER.
Which operators run Ankara to Heraklion?
On this route you travel with Turkish Airlines.
What is the cheapest way to get from Ankara to Heraklion?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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