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Barcelona → Heraklion Flights from Barcelona (BCN) to Heraklion (HER)
Timezone shift +1h Direction eastbound Flight time 3h 10m Distance 2,111 km Direct 1 airlines
Overview Airlines(4) Awards(1) Seasonal
Alliances Star Alliance SkyTeam Oneworld
Classes Economy Premium Economy Business First
Schedule su mo tu we th fr sa
Aircraft Airbus A320 (sharklets)
Barcelona to Heraklion Flights Flights from Barcelona to Heraklion are operated 4 times a week. Departures are at 23:00. You can fly in Y and W and J and F. The flight distance is 2,111 km (1,312 miles).
Arrival Windows Best times to arrive for faster recovery
7AM–7PM
Morning light helps you stay awake longer
9PM–5AM
Arriving during your body's sleep window makes adjustment harder
The difference: choosing the right arrival window can save 1–2+ days of recovery time.
Arrival Strategy for Heraklion How to manage jetlag based on arrival time
Upon morning arrival, immediately expose yourself to sunlight and engage in light physical activity to reset your circadian rhythm and combat early fatigue.
Afternoon arrivals should plan a gentle nap (max 30 minutes) to refresh without disrupting nighttime sleep, followed by moderate outdoor exposure.
For evening arrivals, resist immediate sleep and have a light dinner, staying hydrated and avoiding heavy meals to support natural sleep transition.
Best Time to Visit Heraklion Monthly climate overview
Airport Recovery Facilities Jetlag-friendly amenities at each airport
Top Airlines Nonstop service on this route
23:00 Airbus A320 (sharklets) 3h 10m
23:00 Airbus A320 (sharklets) 3h 10m
23:00 Airbus A320 (sharklets) 3h 10m
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Jetlag Score 90
Minimal Jetlag K2 composite score
Recovery Estimate Conservative 1.5 days
Aggressive 0.9 days
Direction eastbound
Route Facts Origin BCN
Destination HER
Distance 2,111 km
Timezone Shift +1h
Direct Airlines 1
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