What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ireland to Crete?

Ryanair and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Ireland to Crete

Which airlines fly to Crete?

Aer Lingus, Lufthansa and SWISS are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Crete from Ireland according to our data. Aer Lingus is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Crete. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Crete on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from Ireland to Crete?

The average flight duration from Ireland to Crete depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Dublin to Heraklion is 4h 25m on average, while flying from Shannon to Heraklion is 27h 05m on average. Heraklion is the most popular airport in Crete.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ireland to Crete?

Prices for flights from Ireland to Crete were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ireland to Crete?

As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Ireland to Crete.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ireland to Crete?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ireland to Crete.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Crete?

The required travel and health documents for your Crete trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Crete. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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DUB

HER

13h 35m2 stops

21:45 - 08:10

HER

DUB

12h 25m1 stop

€180Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

07:45 - 23:20

DUB

HER

13h 35m2 stops

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DUB

12h 25m1 stop

€184Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

07:45 - 23:20

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HER

13h 35m2 stops

23:45 - 17:45

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DUB

20h 00m2 stops

€190Ryanair

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

07:45 - 23:20

DUB

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13h 35m2 stops

23:45 - 15:10

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DUB

17h 25m2 stops

€194Ryanair

Thu, 5 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb

18:20 - 08:50

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12h 30m1 stop

16:45 - 07:15

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DUB

16h 30m2 stops

€202Multiple Airlines

Sat, 7 Feb - Sun, 8 Feb

08:50 - 09:50

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HER

23h 00m1 stop

09:40 - 08:00

HER

DUB

24h 20m1 stop

€208Lufthansa

Thu, 4 Jun - Thu, 11 Jun

17:40 - 09:55

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14h 15m1 stop

09:40 - 16:55

HER

DUB

9h 15m1 stop

€210Lufthansa

Thu, 14 May - Sat, 16 May

05:55 - 16:15

DUB

CHQ

8h 20m2 stops

17:05 - 16:50

CHQ

DUB

25h 45m2 stops

€297Austrian Airlines

Sat, 18 Apr - Sat, 2 May

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06:00 - 10:00

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DUB

6h 00m1 stop

€357Aegean Airlines

Fri, 24 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

00:01 - 23:20

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CHQ

21h 19m1 stop

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CHQ

DUB

6h 00m1 stop

€358Aegean Airlines

Fri, 24 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr

Ryanair flights from Ireland to Crete

Our best Ryanair deals on Ireland to Crete flight tickets

Ryanair

5 Feb

DUB07:45Dublin

13h 35m

2 stops

HER23:20Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

12 Feb

HER23:45Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

20h 00m

2 stops

DUB17:45Dublin

€190

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Ryanair

5 Feb

DUB07:45Dublin

13h 35m

2 stops

HER23:20Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

12 Feb

HER23:45Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

17h 25m

2 stops

DUB15:10Dublin

€194

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Lufthansa flights from Ireland to Crete

Our best Lufthansa deals on Ireland to Crete flight tickets

Lufthansa

4 Jun

DUB08:50Dublin

23h 00m

1 stop

HER09:50Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

11 Jun

HER09:40Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

24h 20m

1 stop

DUB08:00Dublin

€208

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Lufthansa

14 May

DUB17:40Dublin

14h 15m

1 stop

HER09:55Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

16 May

HER09:40Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

9h 15m

1 stop

DUB16:55Dublin

€210

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Lufthansa

18 Apr

DUB17:40Dublin

13h 10m

1 stop

HER08:50Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

2 May

HER09:40Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

9h 15m

1 stop

DUB16:55Dublin

€224

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DUB - HER

DUBHER

Dublin

Thu 5/2

07:45-23:20

2 stops13h 35m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 12/2

21:45-08:10

1 stop12h 25m

€180

DublinHeraklion

DUB - HER

DUBHER

Dublin

Thu 5/2

07:45-23:20

2 stops13h 35m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 12/2

21:45-08:10

1 stop12h 25m

€184

DublinHeraklion

DUB - HER

DUBHER

Dublin

Thu 5/2

07:45-23:20

2 stops13h 35m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 12/2

23:45-17:45

2 stops20h 00m

€190

DublinHeraklion

DUB - HER

DUBHER

Dublin

Thu 5/2

07:45-23:20

2 stops13h 35m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 12/2

23:45-15:10

2 stops17h 25m

€194

DublinHeraklion

DUB - HER

DUBHER

Dublin

Sat 7/2

18:20-08:50

1 stop12h 30m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 8/2

16:45-07:15

2 stops16h 30m

€202

DublinHeraklion

DUB - HER

DUBHER

Dublin

Thu 4/6

08:50-09:50

1 stop23h 00m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 11/6

09:40-08:00

1 stop24h 20m

€208

DublinHeraklion

DUB - HER

DUBHER

Dublin

Thu 14/5

17:40-09:55

1 stop14h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 16/5

09:40-16:55

1 stop9h 15m

€210

DublinChania

DUB - CHQ

DUBCHQ

Dublin

Sat 18/4

05:55-16:15

2 stops8h 20m

Chania Souda

Sat 2/5

17:05-16:50

2 stops25h 45m

€297

DublinChania

DUB - CHQ

DUBCHQ

Dublin

Fri 24/4

00:01-23:20

1 stop21h 19m

Chania Souda

Wed 29/4

06:00-10:00

1 stop6h 00m

€357

DublinChania

DUB - CHQ

DUBCHQ

Dublin

Fri 24/4

00:01-23:20

1 stop21h 19m

Chania Souda

Wed 29/4

06:00-10:00

1 stop6h 00m

€358

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Ireland to Crete

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Crete?

The cheapest day to depart from Ireland to Crete is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as €232. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Crete on Thursday is €448.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Crete?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Ireland to Crete when you can find flight prices for as low as €269. Flying to Crete in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Crete are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of €436. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Ireland to Crete flight route?

Fly from Dublin to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. for the best Ireland - Crete flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Ireland to Crete flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Ireland to Crete flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Ireland to Crete flights?

You could potentially save up to 68% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ireland to Crete flight.

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Best price found	€417
Fastest flight time	4h 25m
Direct flights	Tue, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in Crete	17 airports

The best flight deal from Ireland to Crete found on momondo in the last 72 hours is €417

The fastest flight from Ireland to Crete takes 4h 25m

Direct flights go from Ireland to Crete on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights..

There are 17 airports in Crete. From Ireland there are direct flights to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER), Chania Souda (CHQ).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ireland to Crete?
Prices for flights from Ireland to Crete were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ireland to Crete?
As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Ireland to Crete.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ireland to Crete?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Ireland to Crete.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Crete?
The required travel and health documents for your Crete trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Crete. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Ireland to Crete?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Ireland and Crete, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 68.97% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 17.24% and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 13.79%.

Best airlines flying from Ireland to Crete

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Ireland to Crete with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Aegean Airlines	PriceFrom €135	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 835 reviews	Search Aegean Airlines flights
SWISS	PriceFrom €147	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,817 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom €246	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,652 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom €246	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,412 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights

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