$123 Flights from Crete Heraklion (HER) to Salzburg (SZG)

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

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Heraklion to Salzburg: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$122
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineEurowings Europe (Malta)

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Crete Heraklion to Salzburg is $297. 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.
2 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Salzburg.
Eurowings Europe (Malta), Aegean Airlines and Eurowings fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Salzburg.
There are no flights flying from Crete Heraklion to Salzburg, as of December 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Salzburg is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Salzburg Airport on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 40 minutes.
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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Salzburg.

Traveling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport.

  • The timezone in Salzburg is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Heraklion.

  • Flights from HER to SZG start from 10:20 — the earliest with Eurowings. The last departure is at 19:25 with Eurowings. Overall, there are three weekly Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your HER to SZG flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Eurowings offers direct flights from Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Salzburg — and maybe even more of Austria if you have time.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Eurowings.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HER and SZG:

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

    • Frankfurt Airport

    • London Gatwick Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)

  • At the moment, $123 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $298. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HER to SZG.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HER to SZG.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Heraklion Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HER land at their destination as scheduled 80.18% of the time.

  • Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is around 2 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near HER:

Arriving at W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)

Getting from W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG) to central Salzburg

  • W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport is approximately 3 miles from central Salzburg. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.

  • Getting to the center on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.

When to fly to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport (SZG)

  • March is the busiest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Salzburg in November.

  • The warmest month in Salzburg is July, with the temperature ranging between 48ºF and 79ºF. Book your flights from Heraklion Airport to W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between 14ºF and 41ºF. Look for cheap tickets from HER to SZG sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Austria

  • You've done Salzburg, now it's time to discover more of Austria. Journey about 160 miles east to Vienna to check off its top sights. From Schonbrunn Palace to St. Stephen's Cathedral and Vienna State Opera, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 120 miles south-east of Salzburg, Graz is another essential stop in Austria. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Schlossberg, Kunsthaus Graz and Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II.

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