Heraklion Airport transfers
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All set before you land
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Reliable pickup
Every flight lands at one terminal in Heraklion. Your booking has a designated pickup point, with your driver waiting and ready to reach you.
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Precise drop-off
Whether it's a Hersonissos seafront hotel or a village above Agios Nikolaos, your driver takes you right to its doorstep.
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Room for more
Beach gear for two at Malia, or a family of five for the ruins at Knossos? Book your transfer with space for everyone and everything.
Planning your transfer?
A private transfer from Heraklion Airport (HER) takes you door to door across central and eastern Crete, from Heraklion city in around 10 minutes and the resorts of Hersonissos and Malia in about 30, to Agios Nikolaos and Elounda in roughly an hour.
Suntransfers gives you a private vehicle for your whole group, from standard cars to minibuses and coaches for larger parties, with a driver waiting. Book online in advance, we track your flight and adjust your transfer if it is delayed, and cancel for free up to 48 hours before pick-up.
Travelling from Heraklion Airport
Heraklion Airport «Nikos Kazantzakis» is about 5 km east of Heraklion city on the north coast. It is the main gateway to Crete, best placed for the central and eastern half of the island.
Most journeys run on the north coast highway, the E75. Heading east, the resorts follow the coast: Gouves and Hersonissos at around 25 to 30 minutes, Malia at about 30 to 35, and Agios Nikolaos and Elounda in the Gulf of Mirabello at roughly an hour.
Heraklion city, with its Venetian harbour, the Koules fortress and the Archaeological Museum, is only 10 minutes away, and the Minoan palace of Knossos is just south of the city. A fixed-price transfer covers the journey whatever the traffic.
Staying in western Crete, around Rethymno or Chania, is possible from Heraklion but involves a longer drive, roughly an hour to Rethymno and around two hours to Chania. For those areas, Chania Airport is often the closer option.
A vehicle for every journey
Shared, private or premium — there's a vehicle to suit every trip and budget.
Most booked routes from Crete Heraklion airport
Shared or private transfers to popular destinations.
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Book your transfer in four simple steps
Book in minutes now, and skip the scramble for a ride when you land.
Tell us where you're going
Enter your pick-up and drop-off, like Heraklion Airport to Agios Nikolaos, and your travel dates.
Pick your vehicle
Each option shows how many passengers and suitcases it fits, along with estimated journey time.
Confirm your booking
Every booking comes with a fixed price, no card fees, and free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.
Meet your driver
Your driver monitors your flight and waits for you, so you can collect your bags and head to the pickup point without rushing.
Anything we should plan around?
We'll make sure it fits.
Child seats on request
Room for extra luggage
Space for sports equipment
Wheelchair-accessible vehicles
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Why it's worth booking an airport transfer
Flight monitoring
A late flight won't cost you your ride. We adjust your transfer time accordingly. No charges apply to debit or credit card payments.
Full flexibility
Book in 5 minutes. Free changes and cancellations up to 48 hours before pickup.
24/7 customer support
You'll always have a human at the other end of the line. Day or night, we're available to help.
Hear from the people we've driven
From the airport to Hersonissos, Agios Nikolaos and beyond, here's what our travellers say.
FAQs
What travellers ask before heading to Heraklion Airport.
How far is Heraklion Airport from the city centre?
Heraklion Airport is around 5 km east of the city centre. By road the journey usually takes about 10 minutes in normal traffic. The Venetian harbour, the Archaeological Museum and Knossos are all close once you arrive.
How much is a taxi from Heraklion Airport to Agios Nikolaos?
A taxi from Heraklion Airport to Agios Nikolaos generally costs around €70 to €90, depending on your exact drop-off, time of day, traffic, and luggage. Agios Nikolaos is about 60 km east in the Gulf of Mirabello, a journey of roughly 50 minutes. By contrast, a private transfer has one fixed price, with your pickup rescheduled in case of delays.
How far is Hersonissos from Heraklion Airport?
Hersonissos is around 25 km from Heraklion Airport, one of the closest major resorts. By road it is a 25 to 30 minute drive east on the E75, though the exact time depends on whether you are heading to the seafront, the harbour or the hillside villages of Koutouloufari and Piskopiano above the town.
Are taxis readily available at Heraklion Airport?
Heraklion Airport has a taxi rank directly outside arrivals. As one of the busiest airports in Greece in summer, it sees many flights land close together, so queues can build and waiting times are unpredictable. Larger groups often wait longer for taxis with enough seats, and child seats are not guaranteed.
Can I get a transfer to resorts in Hersonissos, Malia or Agios Nikolaos?
Yes. These are among the most popular Crete resorts reached from Heraklion Airport. Hersonissos and Malia are close by, around 25 to 35 minutes east on the coast, while Agios Nikolaos and Elounda sit further round the bay at roughly an hour. Private transfers run directly to each, taking you straight to your hotel or apartment.
How early should I arrive at Heraklion Airport?
For departures, aim for 2 hours before a short-haul flight and 3 for long-haul, and add a buffer in summer when the terminal is busy and check-in and security get crowded. If we are driving you to the airport, we factor that into your pickup time so you have a comfortable buffer before your flight.
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