Heraklion Airport (HER) transfers

Heraklion Airport transfers to Hersonissos, Malia, Elounda, Agios Nikolaos, Rethymno and Chania. Compare Crete transfer companies, fixed prices, 24/7.

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CreteCab

Heraklion, Greece

Family-run Crete transfers since 2005

  • Airport transfers
  • Limousine service
  • Minibus & group transfers
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CreteCarTransfers

Chania, Greece

Private transfers and tours across Crete

  • Airport transfers
  • Long-distance transfers
  • Private chauffeur
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Getting from Heraklion Airport to your hotel

Heraklion Airport (HER), also called Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, is Crete’s main airport and sits only about 5 km east of Heraklion city. Most beach resorts lie east along the north coast, so the drive to your hotel is usually short. Buses run to Heraklion and some resorts, but a private transfer is easier with luggage and children.

Transfer times from Heraklion Airport

  • Heraklion city: about 10–15 minutes
  • Hersonissos and Malia: about 25–40 minutes
  • Sissi, Agios Nikolaos and Elounda: about 45–60 minutes
  • Rethymno: about 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Chania: about 2 hours

Heraklion Airport transfer companies

CreteCab is a family-run Heraklion company founded in 2005, covering 75+ locations with 10% off return trips. CreteCarTransfers offers free child seats and private tours with sightseeing stops. From the west of the island, Taxi Chania Airport, Private Transfer Chania and Chania Taxi also pick up at Heraklion.

Should I fly into Heraklion or Chania?

Fly into Heraklion for central and eastern Crete, and into Chania for the west, including Chania town, Balos and Elafonisi.

Transfers in Heraklion Airport (HER): FAQs

How far is Heraklion Airport from Hersonissos?

About 25 km, which takes 25–40 minutes by car.

How long is the transfer from Heraklion Airport to Chania?

About 2 hours for roughly 140 km.

Which Crete airport is best for Elounda?

Heraklion Airport, about 45–60 minutes away.