Heraklion to Amsterdam flights
Direct and connecting flights from Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Heraklion to Amsterdam take?
Flight time from Heraklion (HER) to Amsterdam (AMS) 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 Heraklion to Amsterdam?
Airline availability for HER to AMS 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 Heraklion to Amsterdam?
Direct (nonstop) availability on HER to AMS 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 recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Arkefly5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Transavia Holland5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- EJU5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- CND5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Arkefly | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Transavia Holland | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| EJU | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| CND | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning HER → AMS
HER to AMS is a medium-haul route of 2,481 km (1,542 mi). See the return AMS → HER route.
Alternative airports near Heraklion: Sitia (JSH) — 85 km, Chania (CHQ) — 96 km.
Alternative airports near Amsterdam: Valkenburg (LID) — 28 km, Soesterberg (UTC) — 40 km, Rotterdam (RTM) — 45 km.