Which airport is better Chania or Heraklion?

Heraklion Airport (HER) is the largest airport on Crete and typically offers the most flight options. However, Chania Airport has been recently renovated and expanded, so is still an excellent option, especially if you're planning to stay on the west side of the island.

Can you walk around Heraklion?

Heraklion is a historic port city, and it's typically safe and enjoyable to walk around and enjoy the sights of the old town.

Where's the best area to stay in Crete near Heraklion?

Finding the best place to stay near Heraklion depends on what you're looking for in your visit. If you're looking for an all-inclusive sea-soaked holiday, the resort towns of Hersonissos and Malia are popular choices. If you'd prefer a more local vibe, the villages of Agia Pelagia and Archanes are both near Heraklion and offer beautiful views with a dose of Cretan culture.

What's the best month to visit Heraklion for cheap flights?

The cheapest months to fly to Heraklion are typically December and January, although prices can vary at any time during the year. If you'd like glorious weather without the high price tag, have a look at flights during the shoulder months of May and September. Have a look at our Low Fare Finder to compare costs.

Why should I fly into Heraklion?

Heraklion itself has some interesting history, and can be a great place to visit. However, flying into Heraklion Airport also gives you easy access to some of the most popular resort areas on Crete.

Can I take a flight to Crete Heraklion to get to Santorini?

You can easily visit Santorini on a trip to Heraklion, giving the option of seeing another beautiful island without booking another flight. The high speed ferry only takes 2 hours each way, so if you leave early you can definitely make the most of a one-day trip. We'd recommend spending one or two nights to take full advantage of the island.

Cheap flights to Pau

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Why fly to Pau?

The mountainside town of Pau is exactly what you think of when you close your eyes and imagine picturesque, provincial French villages of old.

Centuries old homes, framed by narrow cobblestone alley ways wind their way through the city, once a favourite winter spot for British and American expats. In many ways Pau feels closer to a coastal resort than a mountain town. It evokes a decidedly French Riviera feel, with grand villas, palm fringed avenues and elegant villas which give the impression it’s just stone’s throw from the shore. But a glance in any direction gives way to sweeping snowcapped peaks, winding slopes and lush countryside that offer access to some of the regions best hiking, climbing and skiing.

Located just an hour long drive from the border of Spain and 45 minutes from the famous ski resorts of the Pyrenees, Pau serves as a must-see location for any season.

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When's the best time to go?

Best time to visit

Fly into Pau in June, July and August and you'll get to enjoy the warmest and driest weather of the year. These summer months are the prime time for hiking in the foothills of the Pyrenees, exploring the pedestrianised Old Town or just kicking back at an al fresco café or restaurant terrace and taking in the mountain scenery.

Avoid the crowds

Explore Pau in May or September and you'll avoid the higher prices of peak summer along with the wetter weather of earlier in the spring and later in the autumn. Fly into Pau in May and you'll catch the Grand Prix de Pau, while September hosts city’s most important traditional events celebrating the province of Béarn.