Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport is 3 hours 35 minutes.
Riga and Heraklion are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Every week, there are four Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as early as possible, take the 07:00 Air Baltic flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 08:55 with Air Baltic.
Your RIX to HER flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Air Baltic is your gateway to discovering Heraklion (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with Air Baltic on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between RIX and HER:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
Currently, $135 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $310. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from RIX to HER, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Of all flights departing from Riga International Airport, 71.03% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Riga International Airport from central Riga, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near RIX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're landing on a late Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near HER:
Hit the road running by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Heraklion and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Heraklion Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Heraklion. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Riga International Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RIX to HER in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Heraklion, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey around 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to check off its must-visit sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Your trip through Greece isn't complete without visiting Acharnes. Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field are among the highlights in this well-known destination, which is around 338 kilometres north of Heraklion.
