Cheap flights from Bristol to Heraklion

The window around November tends to be quieter and more affordable than the peak summer weeks or the Christmas period, so booking early gives you better options before prices climb. October and December often sit close to that low point if your schedule allows flexibility outside school holidays. Mid week departures generally beat weekend flights for price, though some carriers run daily services regardless of the day.

TUI Airways operates seasonal direct charters on this route with baggage included in most fares, making it a straightforward option for holiday travellers. Easyjet and Jet2 also fly direct with simpler pricing where extra costs apply if you need checked luggage or seat selection. Aer Lingus, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and Loganair Limited provide connecting services through their respective hubs, while Edelweiss Air and Eurowings Discover fill in European points between the United Kingdom and Greece.

Arriving late at night means fewer ground transport options, so planning your journey into Heraklion beforehand is sensible. The airport sits roughly half an hour from the city centre by road, with taxi ranks outside arrivals and occasional shuttle services depending on demand. Rental desks operate inside the terminal if you prefer to drive yourself once you have cleared immigration.

Currency

EUR (€)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Greek

Emergency number

112, 100, 166

Driving side

right

Calling code

+30

Internet domain

.gr, .ελ

EU / Schengen

EU member, Schengen area

Population of Heraklion

145 k (2021)

Time zone

UTC+02 (Europe/Athens)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Check whether your fare includes checked baggage before booking, especially on low cost carriers where extras add up quickly.
• Confirm which airport serves Bristol even though there is only one, since some itineraries may route through nearby cities.
• Allow sufficient time between connections if your itinerary uses separate tickets rather than a single reservation.
• Verify passport validity requirements for entering Greece as rules vary by nationality and can change without notice.
• Consider travelling outside the busiest summer weeks when prices tend to be lower and flights less crowded.