Direct (nonstop) flights from Heraklion to Nantes

4 airlines fly nonstop from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Nantes Airport (NTE). It's 1,603 miles (2,580 km), about 4h in the air. Operated by Sky Express, Transavia France, easyJet and others.

HER
Heraklion International Airport
🇬🇷 Heraklion, Greece
NTE
Nantes Airport
🇫🇷 Nantes, France
Flight Time
4h
Distance
1,603 mi
2,580 km
CO₂/pax
271 kg
−32 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sky Express +3
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Sky Express Sky Express Transavia France Transavia France easyJet easyJet Volotea Volotea

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sky Express GQ Sky Express
Route
HER → NTE
Flight Time
4h
Distance
1,603 mi
Transavia France TO Transavia France
Route
HER → NTE
Flight Time
4h
Distance
1,603 mi
easyJet U2 easyJet
Route
HER → NTE
Flight Time
4h
Distance
1,603 mi
Volotea V7 Volotea
Route
HER → NTE
Flight Time
4h
Distance
1,603 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Heraklion to Nantes with one stop · direct emits 271 kg CO₂ per passenger

HER CFU (Kerkyra) NTE
Leg 1: 1h 20m (412 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,197 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 303 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HER → CFU
1h 20m · 412 mi
View HER to CFU flights →
Leg 2
CFU → NTE
3h 5m · 1,197 mi
View CFU to NTE flights →
HER ATH (Athens) NTE
Leg 1: 50m (191 mi) Leg 2: 3h 45m (1,442 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HER → ATH
50m · 191 mi
View HER to ATH flights →
Leg 2
ATH → NTE
3h 45m · 1,442 mi
View ATH to NTE flights →
HER LYS (Lyon) NTE
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,272 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (334 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 302 kg CO₂ (+11% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HER → LYS
3h 15m · 1,272 mi
View HER to LYS flights →
Leg 2
LYS → NTE
1h 20m · 334 mi
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HER GVA (Geneva) NTE
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,245 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (372 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 304 kg CO₂ (+12% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HER → GVA
3h 10m · 1,245 mi
View HER to GVA flights →
Leg 2
GVA → NTE
1h 25m · 372 mi
View GVA to NTE flights →
HER BGY (Milan) NTE
Leg 1: 2h 45m (1,079 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (549 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 309 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HER → BGY
2h 45m · 1,079 mi
View HER to BGY flights →
Leg 2
BGY → NTE
1h 50m · 549 mi
View BGY to NTE flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Heraklion to Nantes?

A nonstop flight from Heraklion (HER) to Nantes (NTE) takes approximately 4 hours. The distance is 1,603 miles (2,580 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Heraklion to Nantes?

4 airlines: Sky Express, Transavia France, easyJet, Volotea.

Is there a nonstop flight from Heraklion to Nantes?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sky Express, Transavia France, easyJet, Volotea.

How far is Heraklion from Nantes?

The flight distance from Heraklion to Nantes is 1,603 miles (2,580 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What is the time difference between Heraklion and Nantes?

Nantes is 1 hour behind Heraklion. (Europe/Athens vs Europe/Paris.)

What type of aircraft flies from Heraklion to Nantes?

At 4h, 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 Greece to France?

Depends on your passport. Check with the France embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Heraklion to Nantes?

Roughly 271 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,355 km.

Is the return flight from Nantes to Heraklion 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 Heraklion to Nantes?

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 Heraklion International Airport for this flight?

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