Direct (nonstop) flights from Milan to Heraklion

5 airlines fly nonstop from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Heraklion International Airport (HER). It's 1,117 miles (1,797 km), about 2h 45m in the air. Operated by Ryanair, Neos, easyJet and others.

MXP
Milan Malpensa Airport
🇮🇹 Milan, Italy
HER
Heraklion International Airport
🇬🇷 Heraklion, Greece
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,117 mi
1,797 km
CO₂/pax
189 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Ryanair +4
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Ryanair Ryanair Neos Neos easyJet easyJet Wizz Air Malta Wizz Air Malta Wizz Air Wizz Air

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Ryanair FR Ryanair
Route
MXP → HER
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,117 mi
Neos NO Neos
Route
MXP → HER
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,117 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
MXP → HER
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,117 mi
Wizz Air Malta W4 Wizz Air Malta
Route
MXP → HER
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,117 mi
Wizz Air W6 Wizz Air
Route
MXP → HER
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,117 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milan to Heraklion with one stop · direct emits 189 kg CO₂ per passenger

MXP VRN (Verona) HER
Leg 1: 40m (107 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,021 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 218 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → VRN
40m · 107 mi
View MXP to VRN flights →
Leg 2
VRN → HER
2h 30m · 1,021 mi
View VRN to HER flights →
MXP BLQ (Bologna) HER
Leg 1: 48m (147 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (970 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → BLQ
48m · 147 mi
View MXP to BLQ flights →
Leg 2
BLQ → HER
2h 30m · 970 mi
View BLQ to HER flights →
MXP ATH (Athens) HER
Leg 1: 2h 30m (946 mi) Leg 2: 50m (191 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 220 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → ATH
2h 30m · 946 mi
View MXP to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → HER
50m · 191 mi
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MXP TIA (Tirana) HER
Leg 1: 1h 55m (623 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (513 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 235 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → TIA
1h 55m · 623 mi
View MXP to TIA flights →
Leg 2
TIA → HER
1h 25m · 513 mi
View TIA to HER flights →
MXP SKG (Thessaloniki) HER
Leg 1: 2h 10m (802 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (377 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MXP → SKG
2h 10m · 802 mi
View MXP 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 Milan to Heraklion?

A nonstop flight from Milan (MXP) to Heraklion (HER) takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,117 miles (1,797 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milan to Heraklion?

5 airlines: Ryanair, Neos, easyJet, Wizz Air Malta, Wizz Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milan to Heraklion?

Yes. 5 airlines: Ryanair, Neos, easyJet, Wizz Air Malta, Wizz Air.

How far is Milan from Heraklion?

The flight distance from Milan to Heraklion is 1,117 miles (1,797 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 Milan and Heraklion?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Milan to Heraklion?

At 2h 45m, 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 Italy 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 Milan to Heraklion?

Roughly 189 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 945 km.

Is the return flight from Heraklion to Milan 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 Milan 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 Milan Malpensa Airport for this flight?

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