HER
ICAO: LGIR
Large Airport
EU
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
📍 Heraklion, GR
· GR-M
HER
IATA Code
LGIR
ICAO Code
115
Elevation (ft)
2
Runways
$84
Cheapest Flight
EU
Continent
About Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) is an international airport serving Heraklion, GR. Located at 115 ft elevation. The airport has 2 runways. Longest runway: 8,904 ft. Compare flights from HER on JustCheckin.in — we search 50+ booking sites to find you the best fares. We currently track 33 flight routes from HER.
📖 Wikipedia → 🌐 Official Website →Runway Information
| Designator | Length (ft) | Width (ft) | Surface | Lighted | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 8,904 | 148 | ASP | Yes | Open |
| 12/30 | 5,138 | 164 | ASP | No | Open |
| 18/36 | 2,559 | 131 | ASP | No | Closed |
✈️ Flights from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
🚌 Getting to the City
| Type | Service / Stop | Journey | Cost |
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| Rail |
Αστυνομικό Μέγαρο
Αστικό ΚΤΕΛ Ηρακλείου |
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| Bus |
Φαιστού
Αστικό ΚΤΕΛ Ηρακλείου |
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| Bus |
Λεωφόρος Ικάρου 106
Αστικό ΚΤΕΛ Ηρακλείου |
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| Bus |
Αναγεννήσεως
Αστικό ΚΤΕΛ Ηρακλείου |
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| Bus |
Αστυνομικό Μέγαρο
Αστικό ΚΤΕΛ Ηρακλείου |
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| Bus |
Σμηναρχία
Αστικό ΚΤΕΛ Ηρακλείου |
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✈️ Travel Tips for Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport
- Arrive early — allow at least 2-3 hours for international flights, 1-2 hours for domestic.
- Terminal navigation — large airports can be confusing. Check your terminal before heading to the airport.
- Lounge access — consider a Priority Pass for comfortable waiting with complimentary food and drinks.
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- Getting around — check transport options between Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport and Heraklion city center.
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