How to travel from Mykonos to Heraklion, Greece

The distance between Mykonos and Heraklion is around 260km (162 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 50m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Mykonos 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 HeraklionMykonos if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Mykonos (JMK) to Heraklion (HER).

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    €105($105)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 2 others
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Heraklion.

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €95($95)

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Mykonos and Heraklion

There are several options for getting from Mykonos to Heraklion by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €95 ($95) and will take around 4h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €105 ($105).

The distance between Mykonos and Heraklion is around 260km (162 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 236km (147 miles)

It takes around 4h 45m to get from Mykonos and Heraklion by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Mykonos to Heraklion is to fly which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx €105 ($105).

The cheapest way to travel between Mykonos and Heraklion is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €95 ($95) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Mykonos and Heraklion. We recommend that you fly from Mykonos (JMK) to Heraklion (HER). instead which will take 1h 50m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Mykonos and Heraklion. We recommend that you fly from Mykonos (JMK) to Heraklion (HER). instead which will take 1h 50m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Mykonos and Heraklion. The ferry typically takes around 4h 45m and departs once daily.

Golden Star Ferries run the ferry services between Mykonos and Heraklion. Ferries run once daily and take around 4h 45m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Mykonos and Heraklion. Flights depart from Mykonos (JMK) and arrive at Heraklion (HER) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Mykonos to Heraklion. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 1h 50m (not including layover time).

The flight from Mykonos to Heraklion typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Mykonos (JMK) 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 Mykonos to Heraklion. We recommend that you take a ferry to Heraklion. instead which will take 4h 45m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Mykonos to Heraklion is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around €95 ($95).

How do I get from Mykonos to Heraklion

Compare travel optionsbetween Mykonos and Heraklion

Transport options from Mykonos to Heraklion
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 50m
€105($105)
every 4 hours449km (279 miles)
Ferry
4h 45m
€95($95)
once daily260km (162 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Mykonos and Heraklion

Ferry operators

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