Direct (nonstop) flights from Zurich to Heraklion

6 airlines fly nonstop from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Heraklion International Airport (HER). It's 1,197 miles (1,926 km), about 2h 55m in the air. Operated by Aegean Airlines, Comlux Aruba, Condor and others.

ZRH
Zurich Airport
🇨🇭 Zurich, Switzerland
HER
Heraklion International Airport
🇬🇷 Heraklion, Greece
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,197 mi
1,926 km
CO₂/pax
202 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Aegean Airlines +5
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Aegean Airlines Aegean Airlines Comlux Aruba Comlux Aruba Condor Condor FlexFlight FlexFlight Edelweiss Air Edelweiss Air Corendon Airlines Europe Corendon Airlines Europe

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Aegean Airlines A3 Aegean Airlines
Route
ZRH → HER
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,197 mi
Comlux Aruba CS Comlux Aruba
Route
ZRH → HER
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,197 mi
Condor DE Condor
Route
ZRH → HER
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,197 mi
FlexFlight W2 FlexFlight
Route
ZRH → HER
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,197 mi
Edelweiss Air WK Edelweiss Air
Route
ZRH → HER
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,197 mi
Corendon Airlines Europe XR Corendon Airlines Europe
Route
ZRH → HER
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
1,197 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Zurich to Heraklion with one stop · direct emits 202 kg CO₂ per passenger

ZRH JTR (Thira) HER
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,153 mi) Leg 2: 43m (75 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → JTR
2h 40m · 1,153 mi
View ZRH to JTR flights →
Leg 2
JTR → HER
43m · 75 mi
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ZRH SKG (Thessaloniki) HER
Leg 1: 2h 15m (861 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (377 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → SKG
2h 15m · 861 mi
View ZRH to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → HER
1h 10m · 377 mi
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ZRH GRZ (Graz) HER
Leg 1: 1h 10m (325 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (949 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → GRZ
1h 10m · 325 mi
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Leg 2
GRZ → HER
2h 15m · 949 mi
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ZRH TIA (Tirana) HER
Leg 1: 2h (690 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (513 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 248 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → TIA
2h · 690 mi
View ZRH to TIA flights →
Leg 2
TIA → HER
1h 25m · 513 mi
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ZRH CFU (Kerkyra) HER
Leg 1: 2h 5m (785 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (412 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 246 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ZRH → CFU
2h 5m · 785 mi
View ZRH to CFU flights →
Leg 2
CFU → HER
1h 20m · 412 mi
View CFU to HER flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Zurich to Heraklion?

A nonstop flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Heraklion (HER) takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,197 miles (1,926 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Zurich to Heraklion?

6 airlines: Aegean Airlines, Comlux Aruba, Condor, FlexFlight, Edelweiss Air, Corendon Airlines Europe.

Is there a nonstop flight from Zurich to Heraklion?

Yes. 6 airlines: Aegean Airlines, Comlux Aruba, Condor, FlexFlight, Edelweiss Air, Corendon Airlines Europe.

How far is Zurich from Heraklion?

The flight distance from Zurich to Heraklion is 1,197 miles (1,926 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Zurich and Heraklion?

Heraklion is 1 hour ahead of Zurich. (Europe/Zurich vs Europe/Athens.)

What type of aircraft flies from Zurich to Heraklion?

At 2h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Switzerland 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 Zurich to Heraklion?

Roughly 202 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,010 km.

Is the return flight from Heraklion to Zurich 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 Zurich to Heraklion?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Zurich Airport for this flight?

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