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Flight deals from Sofia to Crete Heraklion

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $98. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Heraklion.$50 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 1.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Sofia on Wed, Jul 1, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $50, select.
Heraklion.$52 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 30.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Sofia on Tue, Jun 30, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $52, select.
Heraklion.$55 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 24.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Sofia on Thu, Sep 24, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $55, select.
Heraklion.$72 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 19.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Sofia on Wed, Aug 19, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $72, select.
Heraklion.$85 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 12.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departing from Sofia on Mon, Oct 12, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $85, select.
Heraklion.$107 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 2.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departing from Sofia on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $107, select.
Heraklion.$108 per passenger.Departing Fri, Feb 5.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departing from Sofia on Fri, Feb 5, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $108, select.
Heraklion.$108 per passenger.Departing Wed, Dec 23.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departing from Sofia on Wed, Dec 23, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $108, select.
Heraklion.$138 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 11.One-way flight with Bulgaria Air.Outbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departing from Sofia on Sun, Oct 11, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $138, select.
Heraklion.$138 per passenger.Departing Thu, Sep 17.One-way flight with Bulgaria Air.Outbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departing from Sofia on Thu, Sep 17, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $138, select.
Heraklion.$138 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jul 19.One-way flight with Bulgaria Air.Outbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departing from Sofia on Sun, Jul 19, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $138, select.
Heraklion.$143 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 2.One-way flight with Bulgaria Air.Outbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departing from Sofia on Sun, Aug 2, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Heraklion.$190 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 21.One-way flight with Bulgaria Air.Outbound direct flight with Bulgaria Air departing from Sofia on Sun, Jun 21, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.
Heraklion.$201 per passenger.Departing Sun, Apr 18.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Sofia on Sun, Apr 18, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.
Heraklion.$207 per passenger.Departing Sun, May 23.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departing from Sofia on Sun, May 23, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Crete Heraklion from $50 one-way

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sofia to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in July.
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from $52
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from $50
Aug
from $72
Sep
from $55
Oct
from $85
Nov
from $107
Dec
from $108
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Feb
from $108
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Apr
from $201
May
from $207

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Sofia to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

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

Crete Heraklion

3 miles from central Heraklion
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56 miles from central Heraklion
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Sofia to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$50
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 30 mins
Most popular airlineBulgaria Air
Average flights per week2

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Sofia to Crete Heraklion is $98. 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.
1 hour and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Sofia to Crete Heraklion.
Bulgaria Air flies direct from Sofia to Crete Heraklion.
There are 2 flights per week flying from Sofia to Crete Heraklion, as of June 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Sofia to Crete Heraklion is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 30 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 Crete Heraklion 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 Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air and Bulgaria Air offer the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Heraklion.

Flying from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Sofia and Heraklion are in the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SOF to HER flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Getting to Heraklion (and then discovering more of Greece!) is a breeze with Bulgaria Air. This popular airline offers direct flights from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Bulgaria Air on this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SOF and HER:

    • Rome Fiumicino Airport

    • Athens International Airport

    • Larnaca Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • At the moment, $50 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $98. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

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

  • The cheapest month for flights from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SOF to HER.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • Of all flights departing from Sofia Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Central Sofia to Sofia Airport is approximately 6 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The trip when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to SOF? If you've booked an early flight from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

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

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's main sights.

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Crete Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 miles from central Heraklion. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Heraklion. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Sofia Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 68ºF to 91ºF.

  • January has average temperatures of between 45ºF and 61ºF. Look for cheap tickets from SOF to HER sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've seen Heraklion. Around 200 miles away to the north-west, its top attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.

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