Question 1

How long is the flight from London Gatwick to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Heraklion typically takes around 3 hours 55 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 16 hours 25 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are direct flights from London Gatwick to Heraklion, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 11 to 12 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from London Gatwick to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Heraklion are operated by, among others, easyJet, TUI Airways and British Airways. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Sky Express (via Athens) and Swiss (via Zurich). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there direct flights from London Gatwick to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from London Gatwick to Heraklion operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from London Gatwick to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to Heraklion there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from London Gatwick to Heraklion?

Accepted Answer

On the route from London Gatwick to Heraklion there are around 11 to 12 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.

Question 7

When does the first flight from London Gatwick to Heraklion depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest direct flight from London Gatwick to Heraklion usually departs at 06:15. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Heraklion.

Question 8

When does the last flight from London Gatwick to Heraklion depart?

Accepted Answer

The last direct flight from London Gatwick to Heraklion usually departs at 20:00. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 01/10/26 direct U28217 03h 55min	Return 10/10/26 1 Stopover (MXP) W46440, U28306 14h 05min	easyJet		£124 found yesterday
Best option London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 01/10/26 direct U28217 03h 55min	Return 10/10/26 direct U28218 04h 00min	easyJet		£145 found yesterday
London Gatwick Heraklion Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 01/10/26 direct U28217 03h 55min	Return 10/10/26 1 Stopover (MXP) W46440, U28280 11h 15min	easyJet		£146 found yesterday
London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 03/08/26 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX0433, LX8350 13h 40min	Return 10/08/26 1 Stopover (ZRH) LX8351, LX0430 14h 30min	Swiss International Air Lines		£286
London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 01/10/26 direct U28217 03h 55min	Return 10/10/26 1 Stopover (MXP) W46440, U28280 11h 15min	easyJet	?	£150 found yesterday
London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 01/10/26 direct U28219 03h 55min	Return 10/10/26 1 Stopover (ATH) GQ0211, GQ0700 05h 55min	easyJet		£169
London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 01/10/26 direct U28217 03h 55min	Return 10/10/26 direct U28218 04h 00min	easyJet		£165 found yesterday
London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 01/10/26 direct U28217 03h 55min	Return 10/10/26 direct U28218 04h 00min	easyJet	?	£167 found yesterday
London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 30/09/26 direct U28219 04h 00min	Return 10/10/26 1 Stopover (ATH) GQ0211, GQ0700 05h 55min	easyJet		£174
London Gatwick Heraklion	Outbound 01/10/26 direct U28219 03h 55min	Return 10/10/26 direct U28218 04h 00min	easyJet		£175

Outbound and return from	£123.10
Distance	2683 km
Departure airport	Airport London Gatwick (LGW)
Arrival airport	Airport Heraklion (Crete) (HER)
Destination country	Flights to Greece
City-Code - Arrival airport	London - Heraklion (Crete)
Departure airport - Destination country	London Gatwick - Greece

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