Flight Distance and Flying Time to Crete Heraklion

Several hundred years before settlements appeared in any other European area, Crete had a thriving Minoan civilization that left behind impressive traces of their existence. Palaces built by this long ago population still attract a great number of archaeological enthusiasts.

Many of the temples from the period can also be viewed. Begin your journey to this Greek isle in the capital city of Iraklion . Easily accessible by air or sea, Crete has an open and easy connection to many major cities such as Athens .

While on this charming island, plan a visit Knossos to visit spectacular Venetian castles. The mountainous region of Lassithi plateau is beautiful to see as well as the sparkling beaches of Agios Sosti.

On a beautiful bay between the uninhabited peninsula of Gramvousa and Rodopou you'll find the town of Kissamos. Find the perfect sunset as you continue west and travel over majestic mountains that lead to dreamlike beaches of clear seas and fine sand.

When you head south, you'll be mesmerized by the beauty of the high mountain route that winds you through sparse greenery and onward to fields of grazing goats. While many goats are kept by locals, some are wild and roam freely. Look up into the sky and you may spot vultures circling high above.

Take the time to make your way to the south-western tip of Crete and splash around in the tempting waters of Elafonsisi Island .

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Flights from Auckland, New Zealand - Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,745 miles (17,293 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 22 minutes.

Flights from Christchurch, New Zealand - Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,619 miles (17,089 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 5 minutes.

Flights from Wellington, New Zealand - Wellington International Airport (WLG) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,749 miles (17,298 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 23 minutes.

Flights from Queenstown, New Zealand - Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,420 miles (16,769 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 23 hours 39 minutes.

Flights from Dunedin, New Zealand - Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,481 miles (16,868 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 23 hours 47 minutes.

Flights from Taupo, New Zealand - Taupo Airport (TUO) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,822 miles (17,416 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 32 minutes.

Flights from Gisborne, New Zealand - Gisborne Airport (GIS) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,924 miles (17,580 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 46 minutes.

Flights from Hokitika, New Zealand - Hokitika Airport (HKK) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,546 miles (16,973 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 23 hours 56 minutes.

Flights from Hamilton, New Zealand - Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,779 miles (17,347 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 27 minutes.

Flights from Kerikeri, New Zealand - Bay of Islands Airport (KKE) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,681 miles (17,189 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 14 minutes.

Flights from Kaitaia, New Zealand - Kaitaia Airport (KAT) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,644 miles (17,130 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 9 minutes.

Flights from New Plymouth, New Zealand - New Plymouth Airport (NPL) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,720 miles (17,252 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 19 minutes.

Flights from Napier/Hastings, New Zealand - Hawke's Bay Airport (NPE) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,864 miles (17,483 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 38 minutes.

Flights from Nelson, New Zealand - Nelson Airport (NSN) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,667 miles (17,167 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 12 minutes.

Flights from Invercargill, New Zealand - Invercargill Airport (IVC) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,387 miles (16,716 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 23 hours 34 minutes.

Flights from Palmerston North, New Zealand - Palmerston North Airport (PMR) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,795 miles (17,373 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 29 minutes.

Flights from Rotorua, New Zealand - Rotorua International Airport (ROT) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,833 miles (17,435 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 34 minutes.

Flights from Tauranga, New Zealand - Tauranga Airport (TRG) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,825 miles (17,422 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 33 minutes.

Flights from Timaru, New Zealand - Richard Pearse Airport (TIU) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,547 miles (16,974 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 23 hours 56 minutes.

Flights from Blenheim, New Zealand - Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,699 miles (17,219 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 16 minutes.

Flights from Whangarei, New Zealand - Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Crete Heraklion (HER) - The flight distance between these airports is 10,712 miles (17,239 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 24 hours 18 minutes.