Traveling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
Split's timezone is UTC+1, making Split one hour behind Heraklion.
Your HER to SPU flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Split Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between HER and SPU:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Split Airport (SPU)
Currently, $105 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Split Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $189. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from HER to SPU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Split Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from HER to SPU is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Split Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 80.18% of flights that take off from HER arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is around 2 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near HER. Whether you've booked an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Split Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Heraklion Airport to Split Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SPU instead:
Grab a Split Airport rental car and discover Split and beyond with your own wheels. AVIA Rent, Carwiz and united rent a car are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Split Airport around one week in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Split Airport (SPU) to central Split
From Split Airport, Split is approximately 14 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Split Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Split based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Heraklion Airport to Split Airport for August if you want to explore Split during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 66ºF and 88ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from HER to SPU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 34ºF and 54ºF on average.
Explore more of Croatia
Split has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Croatia waiting to be explored. Around 160 miles north of Split, a trip to Zagreb will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
Around 160 miles north-west of Split, Rijeka is another favorite stop in Croatia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.