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Flight deals from Sofia to Crete Heraklion

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sofia to Crete Heraklion? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Heraklion.$206 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $206, select.
Heraklion.$207 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.
Heraklion.$207 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.
Heraklion.$238 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Sofia on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $238, select.
Heraklion.$245 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul, returning Sun, 20 Jul.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Sofia on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $245, select.
Heraklion.$249 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Sun, 8 Jun.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Sofia on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $249, select.
Heraklion.$250 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 May, returning Sun, 18 May.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Sofia on Thu, 15 May, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 18 May, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.
Heraklion.$259 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Sep, returning Sun, 12 Oct.Return flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Sofia on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Sofia.Price includes taxes and charges.From $259, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sofia to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in November.
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Direct flights from Sofia to Crete Heraklion

Sofia to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sofia to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Sofia to Heraklion: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$206
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airlineBulgaria Air
Average flights per week1

Finding cheap flights from Sofia to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sofia to Crete Heraklion is $206. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to Crete Heraklion.
Bulgaria Air flies direct from Sofia to Crete Heraklion.
As of April 2025, there is one flight per week flying from Sofia to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Crete Heraklion is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Saturday, 1 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Heraklion but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines and Bulgaria Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport.

  • Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Sofia.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SOF to HER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • With direct flights from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Heraklion (and then other parts of Greece) is easy. You can fly nonstop with:

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Bulgaria Air.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SOF and HER:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Larnaca International Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Right now, $103 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $206. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Book ten months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SOF to HER.

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SOF to HER is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • When it comes to Sofia Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.73% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • To reach Sofia Airport from central Sofia, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to SOF? If you're catching an early flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • If you have a late Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near HER:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and chase adventure across Heraklion and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Heraklion Airport to the centre of Heraklion has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Heraklion based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sofia Airport to Heraklion Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SOF to HER in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • Heraklion has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a visit to Athens will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

  • Have time for another stop? Travel to Acharnes. It's about 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is home to highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.

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