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Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Airport to Heraklion (Crete) — Transport Guide 2026

Heraklion (HER) is 5 km east of Heraklion city — main Crete gateway. KTEL Bus 1 €1.20 to city + port. Taxi €15-25 to Heraklion / €40-80 to Chersonissos / €90-140 to Chania.

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Last updated: 2026-08

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Cheapest
KTEL Bus 1 (€1.20)
Fastest
Taxi / Uber — 10-15 min to Heraklion

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KTEL Bus 1 to Heraklion city + port

bus · Best for: Cheapest + port ferry connection
Cost
€1.20
Time
15-20 min
Frequency
Every 15-20 min · 05:30-24:00

Metered taxi

taxi · Best for: Direct + groups + resorts
Cost
€15-25 city / €40-80 resorts
Time
10-40 min
Frequency
On-demand

FreeNow / Uber (limited)

ride share · Best for: App-based when available
Cost
€12-20 city
Time
10-15 min
Frequency
On-demand daytime

Rental car (on-site + off-site pickup)

car rental · Best for: Crete exploration (highly recommended)
Cost
Varies by provider — check when booking
Time
10-60 min
Frequency
On-demand

Resort transfers

shuttle · Best for: Hersonissos / Malia / Elounda / Agios Nikolaos resorts
Cost
Varies by provider — check when booking
Time
30-90 min
Frequency
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Getting out of Heraklion (Crete) (HER)

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Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Where to stay in Heraklion (Crete)

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Frequently asked

How far is Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Airport from Heraklion (Crete)?
Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) is 5 km from Heraklion (Crete) city centre.
What is the cheapest way from HER to Heraklion (Crete)?
KTEL Bus 1 (€1.20)
What is the fastest way from HER to Heraklion (Crete)?
Taxi / Uber — 10-15 min to Heraklion