Agia Pelagia is a small but nice resort, which is located about 16 km west of Heraklion. There is a beautiful promenade along the beach as well as numerous taverns and bars. Located in a small bay sheltered from the wind, where there are, among other things, water sports, but also loungers and parasols. A perfect place for spending an unforgettable day at the beach during your holiday in Heraklion.
Flights to Crete
Heraklion - where mythology meets the beach!
Beach, Cuisine, Culture, Nature, Night lifeHeraklion, the capital of Crete, awaits you with Greek culture and history, but also with its beautiful long sandy beaches such as Ammoudara Beach. The archaeological site of Knossos is not far from the island's capital and is one of the most popular sights. A must for history lovers! If you want to enjoy your entire holiday by the sea, you are spoilt for choice as to which of the beautiful holiday resorts to choose.
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May to September warmest / year-round mild climateTime Zone:
GMT + 02:00 Time zone in Heraklion / GMT + 2Airports:
Two airports / Heraklion (HER) and Chania (CHQ)Activities:
hiking, water sports, swimming, night lifeHeraklion, or Iraklio as the city is called in Greek, is a holiday region on the island of Crete where the summer months are warm and long. Culture and beach can be ideally combined here. Those who come to Heraklion and the surrounding areas will get to know real local life, since mainly Cretans live here going about their everyday life. You can spend wonderful days by the sea on the nearby beaches. When the city wakes up in the evening, the center of Heraklion shows it's entertaining and lively side. Eat and drink in the taverns and bars before heading to one of the clubs to see in the daylight.
Weather in Heraklion
The weather in Heraklion and on Crete is hot and dry in summer, mild and sometimes humid in winter. The best months to travel are from May to October, although July and August can get hot.
- May 25, Wed 26 Clear Sky
- May 26, Thu 27 Clear Sky
- May 27, Fri 27 Clear Sky
- May 28, Sat 27 Clear Sky
- May 29, Sun 24 Clear Sky
Direct flights to Heraklion
Heraklion direct flights bring holiday makers directly and quickly to their holiday destination. Corendon Airlines offers flights from Heraklion to various airports in Germany, Austria, Poland and Switzerland. Corendon Airlines has direct flights to Crete from numerous German airports, as well as Austria, Switzerland and Poland. You can book Heraklion direct flights quickly and easily on the Corendon Airlines website. If you are looking for flight tickets to Heraklion for the summer season at a particularly affordable price, then if possible, book your trip a few months in advance. Thus you secure additional price advantages.
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Cheap airline tickets to Heraklion
Heraklion flight tickets are in great demand during the summer months. Heraklion flight deals can be found on the website of Corendon Airlines, the airline where your holiday starts when you board the plane. With the Heraklion cheap flight tickets you can fly to Crete from many European airports and enjoy the service of Corendon Airlines on board. After you've booked your Heraklion flight tickets, it's a good idea to arrange the other extras for your flight so all you have to do later is pack your bags and start your holiday. Last minute offers are available on the Corendon Airlines website. For cheap flight tickets to Heraklion Crete you can find the flight overview on the Corendon Airlines website.
Accommodation in Heraklion
A comparison of flight and hotel offers will enable you to find an affordable holiday. Accommodation offers in Heraklion and on Crete are countless. The accommodation options in Heraklion and on Crete are suitable for every type of holidaymaker and for every budget. Whether you prefer a family holiday in an all-inclusive hotel, a couple's holiday far away from the main holiday regions or a hotel in the city center, the island has it all. Crete is a holiday destination with beautiful sandy beaches. By choosing accommodation near the beach, you can enjoy the sea at any time of the day you want. The hotel and flight offers make it possible to book a holiday at a reasonable price even in the high season. The earlier you book, the greater your savings.
Airport and transport
Heraklion Airport HER is one of the busiest airports in Greece. Millions of tourists pass through Heraklion Airport every year. Depending on the take-off and landing in Heraklion, there are many transfer options to the center and the holiday regions. You can reach the airport by bus, taxi or rental car if you are traveling individually. Crete is a large island, so it is ideal to explore with a rental car. Various car rental companies are present at the airport so that you can pick up or drop off your rental car directly at the airport. However, booking in advance is recommended.
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