Flight from Vienna (VIE) to Heraklion - Crete (HER) from 187 EUR
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Cheapest flight from 187 EUR 
Flight duration approx. 02:25 
Departure and arrival airport VIE-HER 
Non-stop flight Travel relaxed and comfortably from Vienna to Heraklion - Crete
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Flying from Vienna to Heraklion - Crete: tips and information for your trip
Heraklion, the capital of the Greek island of Crete, welcomes its visitors with a variety of sights and museums, a beautiful old town and the Venetian harbour.
Iraklion, as the Greeks call it, is located in the northern part of the island and has about 170,000 inhabitants, making it one of the largest cities in the whole of Greece. Visitors can undertake tours to the surrounding area from here, with the world-famous palace of Knossos being a particularly great place to visit.
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How do I get to my accommodation after my flight from Vienna to Heraklion?
The Iraklio "Nikos Kazantzakis" airport (the author of the famous "Alexis Zorbas") is located on a cliff directly by the sea. There are regular buses that will take you to the city centre within about 20 minutes after your Vienna-Heraklion flight. It is also possible to take a taxi or hire a car.
Worthwhile activities after your flight Vienna–Heraklion
- Discover the Venetian harbour and the old town: The Venetian harbour is considered the city's landmark and is a great place to promenade. Stroll to the Venetian fort of Koúles while enjoying the sea and the blue sky. In the lively old town you will find a variety of great shopping opportunities as well as countless cafés, tavernas and restaurants.
- Visit the Palace of Knossos: The ancient palace or its remains, to be more precise, are located about five kilometres south of Heraklion. This important building dates back to the Minoan civilization and is one of the most famous sights in Greece. After your Vienna-Heraklion flight, you should plan a full day for visiting the palace.
- Bathing on the beaches: There are some beautiful beaches close to Heraklion, including Ammoudara Beach and Aghia Pelagia Beach. Also, you can go swimming at some of the beaches that are located near the centre.
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