Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Heraklion to Istanbul. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.
A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Heraklion to Istanbul, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
The only airline operating direct flights from Heraklion to Istanbul is Aegean Airlines. Flights operate every day.
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The Heraklion — Istanbul route is served by a wide range of airlines: 7 in total, including Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, LC Busre SAC, LOT Polish Airlines, Norwegian Air, Silkair, and Virgin Australia. Competition among carriers gives passengers the opportunity to find tickets at attractive fares — with prices starting from $47. Our service helps compare all available offers within seconds and choose the most convenient option. You can filter flights by price, departure time, or baggage rules to make your trip as comfortable as possible. With so many airlines, there’s always a chance to catch special promotions and save.
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Heraklion — Istanbul
04/22/2027
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $47
Heraklion — Istanbul
09/16/2026
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $57
Heraklion — Istanbul
06/29/2027
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $72
Heraklion — Istanbul
11/30/2026
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $75
Heraklion — Istanbul
09/22/2026
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $77
Heraklion — Istanbul
09/21/2026
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $77
Heraklion — Istanbul
09/23/2026
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $77
Heraklion — Istanbul
09/30/2026
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $96
Heraklion — Istanbul
09/02/2026
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $99
Heraklion — Istanbul
09/28/2026
Departure
Direct flight
A3434
starting at $102
Aegean Airlines
Every day
starting at $65
The cheapest one-way flight from Heraklion to Istanbul departs on 04/22/2027, is operated by Aegean Airlines and costs $47
The cheapest roundtrip flight from Heraklion to Istanbul departs on 05/31/2027, is operated by Aegean Airlines and costs $115
Fastest flight from Heraklion to Istanbul takes 1h 30m
There are direct flights on this route 4 days a week: Mo, Tu, We, and Th
The distance between Heraklion and Istanbul is 713km (442 miles). The average flight duration is 1h 41m. There are 8 direct flights from Heraklion to Istanbul. The time difference between Heraklion and Istanbul is 1h. Flights from Heraklion begin at 6:00 AM. The latest flight from Heraklion departs at 3:40 PM
The cheapest flight ticket from Heraklion to Istanbul according to data for the last 48 hours costs $47
Often the best time to buy tickets from Heraklion to Istanbul is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Heraklion to Istanbul can be found flying in these months: August, March, October.
The fastest flights from Heraklion to Istanbul start from 1 hour 30 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Heraklion — Istanbul: Aegean Airlines
The minimum one-way ticket price from Heraklion to Istanbul is $63 (August 2026), while the maximum is $106 (December 2026). On average, a ticket costs $83–$87.
Tickets from Heraklion to Istanbul are getting more expensive each month. From August 2026 to March 2027, the increase reached 4%, with prices now at $66. It's unlikely to get cheaper than the current level.
The most significant price increase was from August 2026 to December 2026 — up 68%. The best time to fly is August 2026–September 2026, when the average price is $75. In November 2026–December 2026, tickets cost around $97.
Given the rising prices, it's best not to delay your purchase. Flying in August 2026–September 2026 can save you up to 23% compared to the most expensive months.
Price variation across months on this route is 17.6%. Your choice of departure month significantly affects the total flight cost.