Airport Code

HER

Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport

ICAO: LGIR

About Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport Airport

Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, identified by its IATA code HER and ICAO code LGIR, is a key airport serving Heraklion, Greece. It connects travelers from around the world to the greater Heraklion area.

Passengers should note this airport runs on Europe/Athens time. It sits at latitude 35.3397 and longitude 25.1803. If you need alternatives, the closest airports are JSH (Sitia, 84.7 km), CHQ (Chania, 95.8 km), JTR (Thira, 120.9 km), KSJ (Kasos, 157.1 km), MLO (Milos, 163.6 km).

This page offers detailed information about HER for travelers, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts alike — from current weather conditions to nearby airport alternatives and distance calculations.

Local Time

Europe/Athens

Location

Heraklion

Greece

Coordinates

35.3397, 25.1803

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Frequently Asked Questions — HER

What city is HER airport in?

Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) is located in Heraklion, Greece.

What is the ICAO code for Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport?

The ICAO code for Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is LGIR. This code is used by air traffic control and airline operations worldwide.

Where is HER located?

HER is located at latitude 35.3396987915 and longitude 25.180299758900002 in Heraklion, Greece.

What timezone is HER airport in?

Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport operates in the Europe/Athens timezone.

What does the airport code HER stand for?

The IATA code HER is the three-letter identifier assigned to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport by the International Air Transport Association. You will find this code on your boarding pass, luggage tags, and flight booking systems.

What is the difference between HER and LGIR?

HER is the IATA code (3 letters, used on tickets and baggage) and LGIR is the ICAO code (4 letters, used by pilots and air traffic control) for Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.

What is the weather like at HER airport?

You can check the current weather conditions at HER airport at the top of this page. We provide real-time temperature data powered by Open-Meteo.

What airports are near HER?

The closest airports to HER are: JSH (Sitia, 84.7 km), CHQ (Chania, 95.8 km), JTR (Thira, 120.9 km), KSJ (Kasos, 157.1 km), MLO (Milos, 163.6 km).