Direct (nonstop) flights from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion

3 airlines fly nonstop from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to Heraklion International Airport (HER). It's 603 miles (971 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Aegean Airlines, Arkia Israeli Airlines, El Al.

TLV
Ben Gurion International Airport
🇮🇱 Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
HER
Heraklion International Airport
🇬🇷 Heraklion, Greece
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
603 mi
971 km
CO₂/pax
112 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Aegean Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Aegean Airlines Aegean Airlines Arkia Israeli Airlines Arkia Israeli Airlines El Al El Al

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aegean Airlines A3 Aegean Airlines
Route
TLV → HER
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
603 mi
Arkia Israeli Airlines IZ Arkia Israeli Airlines
Route
TLV → HER
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
603 mi
El Al LY El Al
Route
TLV → HER
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
603 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion with one stop · direct emits 112 kg CO₂ per passenger

TLV LCA (Larnaca) HER
Leg 1: 1h 5m (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (478 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLV → LCA
1h 5m · 211 mi
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Leg 2
LCA → HER
1h 25m · 478 mi
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TLV RHO (Rhodes) HER
Leg 1: 1h 40m (492 mi) Leg 2: 55m (179 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLV → RHO
1h 40m · 492 mi
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Leg 2
RHO → HER
55m · 179 mi
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TLV KGS (Kos) HER
Leg 1: 1h 40m (554 mi) Leg 2: 55m (147 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLV → KGS
1h 40m · 554 mi
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Leg 2
KGS → HER
55m · 147 mi
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TLV JTR (Thira) HER
Leg 1: 2h (617 mi) Leg 2: 43m (75 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLV → JTR
2h · 617 mi
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Leg 2
JTR → HER
43m · 75 mi
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TLV JMK (Mykonos) HER
Leg 1: 1h 50m (658 mi) Leg 2: 1h (145 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TLV → JMK
1h 50m · 658 mi
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Leg 2
JMK → HER
1h · 145 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion?

A nonstop flight from Tel Aviv-Yafo (TLV) to Heraklion (HER) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 603 miles (971 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion?

3 airlines: Aegean Airlines, Arkia Israeli Airlines, El Al.

Is there a nonstop flight from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion?

Yes. 3 airlines: Aegean Airlines, Arkia Israeli Airlines, El Al.

How far is Tel Aviv-Yafo from Heraklion?

The flight distance from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion is 603 miles (971 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Israel to Greece?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Greece embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion?

Roughly 112 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 560 km.

Is the return flight from Heraklion to Tel Aviv-Yafo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tel Aviv-Yafo to Heraklion?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.