How to travel from Icaria to Heraklion, Greece

The distance between Icaria and Heraklion is around 383km (238 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Icaria to Heraklion by ferry and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out HeraklionIcaria if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Ikaria Island (JIK) to Heraklion (HER).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 45m
  • Typical cost
    €130($130)
Operated by

Sky Express

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3 x ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos then Santorini and then to Heraklion.

  • Duration6h 40m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €205($205)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Icaria and Heraklion

There are several options for getting from Icaria to Heraklion by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around €130 ($130) and will take around 2h 20m.

The distance between Icaria and Heraklion is around 383km (238 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 267km (166 miles)

It takes around 6h 40m to get from Icaria and Heraklion by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Icaria to Heraklion is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx €130 ($130).

The cheapest way to travel between Icaria and Heraklion is to fly which will typically cost around €130 ($130) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Icaria and Heraklion. We recommend that you fly from Ikaria Island (JIK) to Heraklion (HER). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Icaria and Heraklion. We recommend that you fly from Ikaria Island (JIK) to Heraklion (HER). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Icaria and Heraklion. The ferry typically takes around 6h 40m and departs 3 times a week.

Blue Star Ferries, Seajets and Golden Star Ferries run the ferry services between Icaria and Heraklion. Ferries run 3 times a week and take around 6h 40m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Icaria and Heraklion. Flights depart from Ikaria Island (JIK) and arrive at Heraklion (HER) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Icaria to Heraklion. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Icaria to Heraklion typically takes around 1h 45m. Flights depart from Ikaria Island (JIK) and and arrive into Heraklion (HER).

The closest major airport to Heraklion is Heraklion International Airport (HER) (HER) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Heraklion. Sitia Airport (JSH) (JSH) and Chania International Airport (CHQ) (CHQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Icaria to Heraklion. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos then Santorini and then to Heraklion. instead which will take 6h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Icaria to Heraklion is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 6h 40m and will usually cost around €205 ($205).

How do I get from Icaria to Heraklion

Compare travel optionsbetween Icaria and Heraklion

Transport options from Icaria to Heraklion
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 20m
€130($130)
once daily536km (333 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
6h 40m
€205($205)
3 times a week383km (238 miles)
Ferry via Mykonos7hrs
€200($200)
3 times a week383km (238 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Icaria and Heraklion

Airlines

Airports near Heraklion

The following major airports near Heraklion offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

HER
Heraklion International Airport (HER)
International Airport
Distance
4km (2 miles) from Heraklion
JSH
Sitia Airport (JSH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
90km (56 miles) from Heraklion
CHQ
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
International Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Heraklion