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Flights from Santiago de Compostela to Heraklion

Nonstop flights from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) to Heraklion (HER) take about 4h 15m (2,995 km). Vueling flies it.

When you land in Heraklion

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Getting out of Heraklion (HER)

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Santiago de Compostela →1 lounge at Santiago de Compostela AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresHER to Heraklion: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Heraklion →12 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Heraklion Archaeological Museumfrom €27
Heraklion Archaeological Museum 4.4 · 316 Tiqets reviews
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Watercity Waterpark Crete 4.4 · 60 Tiqets reviews
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Heraklion Food Tour 4.9 · 7 Tiqets reviews
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Heraklion Cooking Classes 4.8 · 6 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Santiago de Compostela to Heraklion

Carriers on SCQ–HER according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — Santiago de Compostela to Heraklion flights

How long is the flight from Santiago de Compostela to Heraklion?
A nonstop flight from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) to Heraklion (HER) takes about 4h 15m, covering 2,995 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Santiago de Compostela from Heraklion by air?
The great-circle distance between Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is 2,995 km (1,861 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Santiago de Compostela to Heraklion?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SCQ–HER route include Vueling. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Heraklion?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Heraklion visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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