Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Cardiff Airport (CWL): what you need to know
Cardiff's timezone is UTC+0, making Cardiff two hours behind Heraklion.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your HER to CWL flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Cardiff Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is a sought-after stop between HER and CWL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Currently, ر.ق. 366 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 1,124. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from HER to CWL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport to Cardiff Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from HER to CWL.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to Cardiff Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from HER land on schedule 80.18% of the time.
To reach Heraklion Airport from central Heraklion, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 15 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to HER? If you've booked an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Cardiff Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Consider staying in a hotel near CWL if you're catching a late Heraklion Airport to Cardiff Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Cardiff Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Cardiff's main sights.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Cardiff Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to central Cardiff
Cardiff Airport to the centre of Cardiff has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Cardiff Airport (CWL)
The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Cardiff Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Cardiff based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Cardiff is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC. Book your flights from Heraklion Airport to Cardiff Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from HER to CWL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Cardiff has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres east of Cardiff, a visit to London will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Cardiff. No trip is complete without dropping by Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
