Cheap Flights from Crete Heraklion to Cairo

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Cairo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Cairo flights are currently cheapest in November.

Crete Heraklion to Cairo: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Crete Heraklion to Cairo below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cairo.

Heraklion to Cairo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs24,487
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Cairo: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Cairo is Rs48,418. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Cairo. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs48,418.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Crete Heraklion to Cairo.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Cairo is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Cairo Airport on Thursday, 6 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Crete Heraklion Airport and Cairo Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cairo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cairo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cairo.

Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know

  • Heraklion and Cairo follow the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • Your HER to CAI flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Cairo International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HER and CAI:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Larnaca International Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is Rs24,487. A return fare right now is Rs48,418. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from HER to CAI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Cairo International Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from HER to CAI couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to Cairo International Airport.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • 80.18% of flights departing from Heraklion Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of HER.

  • Heraklion Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of around 15 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to HER? If you're boarding an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Cairo International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Heraklion Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and venture far and wide through Cairo and beyond.

  • Booking your ride from Cairo International Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo

  • From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Cairo is July, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Heraklion Airport to Cairo International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HER to CAI around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Egypt

  • You've visited Cairo, now it's time to discover other parts of Egypt. Travel about 177 kilometres north-west to Alexandria to tick off its popular sights. From Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria to Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.

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