Amsterdam to Heraklion flights
Direct and connecting flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Amsterdam to Heraklion take?
Flight time from Amsterdam (AMS) to Heraklion (HER) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Amsterdam to Heraklion?
Airline availability for AMS to HER changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Amsterdam to Heraklion?
Direct (nonstop) availability on AMS to HER varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Transavia HollandNo data
- ArkeflyNo data
- Sky ExpressNo data
- CNDNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Transavia Holland | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Arkefly | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Sky Express | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| CND | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning AMS → HER
AMS to HER is a medium-haul route of 2,481 km (1,542 mi). See the return HER → AMS route.
Alternative airports near Amsterdam: Valkenburg (LID) — 28 km, Soesterberg (UTC) — 40 km, Rotterdam (RTM) — 45 km.
Alternative airports near Heraklion: Sitia (JSH) — 85 km, Chania (CHQ) — 96 km.