Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport takes on average 3 hours 25 minutes. The timezone in Barcelona is UTC+1, which makes it 1 hour behind Heraklion.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Vueling has direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Barcelona — and maybe even more of Spain if time allows.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the top stopovers between HER and BCN:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from HER to BCN, check whether you need a visa to enter Spain. Travel document and visa requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is Rs13,737. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs31,646. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flights from HER to BCN.
The cheapest month for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion, Heraklion Airport can be reached in approximately 9 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 15 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to HER? If you're boarding an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near BCN instead:
Getting from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona-El Prat Airport, Barcelona is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 24 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Barcelona in February.
Before locking in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HER to BCN in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 14ºC then.
More about Barcelona
Start your Barcelona trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from HER to BCN, explore our accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and La Rambla de Canaletes are must-have experiences during your Barcelona visit.
Complete your Barcelona trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Barcelona-El Prat Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Barcelona.