Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Riyadh.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your RUH to HER flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Heraklion Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between RUH and HER:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vienna International Airport
Zurich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight is $383. A round-trip ticket is currently $705. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from RUH to HER. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Heraklion Airport.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from RUH make it to their destination as scheduled 86.76% of the time.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a handy hotel close to RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Heraklion Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Khaled International Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars to explore Heraklion and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion. The drive time takes around 10 minutes.
It'll take around 15 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Heraklion Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from RUH to HER in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Next? Head for Acharnes. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and boasts highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.