Direct (nonstop) flights from Leeds to Heraklion

1 airline flys nonstop from Leeds Bradford (LBA) to Heraklion International Airport (HER). It's 1,820 miles (2,929 km), about 4h 10m in the air. Operated by Jet2.

LBA
Leeds Bradford
🇬🇧 Leeds, United Kingdom
HER
Heraklion International Airport
🇬🇷 Heraklion, Greece
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,820 mi
2,929 km
CO₂/pax
308 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Jet2
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Jet2 Jet2

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jet2 LS Jet2
Route
LBA → HER
Flight Time
4h 10m
Distance
1,820 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Leeds to Heraklion with one stop · direct emits 308 kg CO₂ per passenger

LBA SZG (Salzburg) HER
Leg 1: 2h 10m (764 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (1,063 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 346 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → SZG
2h 10m · 764 mi
View LBA to SZG flights →
Leg 2
SZG → HER
2h 25m · 1,063 mi
View SZG to HER flights →
LBA AMS (Amsterdam) HER
Leg 1: 1h 10m (288 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,542 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 339 kg CO₂ (+10% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → AMS
1h 10m · 288 mi
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Leg 2
AMS → HER
3h 30m · 1,542 mi
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LBA BTS (Bratislava) HER
Leg 1: 2h 20m (908 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (975 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 358 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → BTS
2h 20m · 908 mi
View LBA to BTS flights →
Leg 2
BTS → HER
2h 25m · 975 mi
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LBA CGN (Cologne) HER
Leg 1: 1h 30m (424 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,401 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 341 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → CGN
1h 30m · 424 mi
View LBA to CGN flights →
Leg 2
CGN → HER
3h 15m · 1,401 mi
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LBA SKG (Thessaloniki) HER
Leg 1: 3h 40m (1,468 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (377 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 343 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LBA → SKG
3h 40m · 1,468 mi
View LBA to SKG flights →
Leg 2
SKG → HER
1h 10m · 377 mi
View SKG to HER flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Leeds to Heraklion?

A nonstop flight from Leeds (LBA) to Heraklion (HER) takes approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,820 miles (2,929 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Leeds to Heraklion?

Just Jet2.

Is there a nonstop flight from Leeds to Heraklion?

Yes. 1 airline: Jet2.

How far is Leeds from Heraklion?

The flight distance from Leeds to Heraklion is 1,820 miles (2,929 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Leeds and Heraklion?

Heraklion is 2 hours ahead of Leeds. (Europe/London vs Europe/Athens.)

What type of aircraft flies from Leeds to Heraklion?

At 4h 10m, 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 United Kingdom 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 Leeds to Heraklion?

Roughly 308 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,540 km.

Is the return flight from Heraklion to Leeds 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 Leeds 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 Leeds Bradford for this flight?

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