Direct (nonstop) flights from Palermo to Heraklion

1 airline flys nonstop from Falcone Borsellino Airport (PMO) to Heraklion International Airport (HER). It's 697 miles (1,122 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Volotea.

PMO
Falcone Borsellino Airport
🇮🇹 Palermo, Italy
HER
Heraklion International Airport
🇬🇷 Heraklion, Greece
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
697 mi
1,122 km
CO₂/pax
129 kg
−40 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Volotea
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Volotea Volotea

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Volotea V7 Volotea
Route
PMO → HER
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
697 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Palermo to Heraklion with one stop · direct emits 129 kg CO₂ per passenger

PMO ATH (Athens) HER
Leg 1: 1h 40m (591 mi) Leg 2: 50m (191 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PMO → ATH
1h 40m · 591 mi
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Leg 2
ATH → HER
50m · 191 mi
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PMO JTR (Thira) HER
Leg 1: 1h 55m (692 mi) Leg 2: 43m (75 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PMO → JTR
1h 55m · 692 mi
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Leg 2
JTR → HER
43m · 75 mi
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PMO BRI (Bari) HER
Leg 1: 1h 5m (281 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (607 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PMO → BRI
1h 5m · 281 mi
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Leg 2
BRI → HER
1h 45m · 607 mi
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PMO NAP (Naples) HER
Leg 1: 1h (196 mi) Leg 2: 2h (705 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PMO → NAP
1h · 196 mi
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Leg 2
NAP → HER
2h · 705 mi
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PMO FCO (Rome) HER
Leg 1: 1h 10m (253 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (828 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 225 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PMO → FCO
1h 10m · 253 mi
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Leg 2
FCO → HER
2h 15m · 828 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Palermo to Heraklion?

A nonstop flight from Palermo (PMO) to Heraklion (HER) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 697 miles (1,122 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Palermo to Heraklion?

Just Volotea.

Is there a nonstop flight from Palermo to Heraklion?

Yes. 1 airline: Volotea.

How far is Palermo from Heraklion?

The flight distance from Palermo to Heraklion is 697 miles (1,122 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What is the time difference between Palermo and Heraklion?

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

What type of aircraft flies from Palermo to Heraklion?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. 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 Palermo to Heraklion?

Roughly 129 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 645 km.

Is the return flight from Heraklion to Palermo 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 Palermo 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 Falcone Borsellino Airport for this flight?

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