Important cross-wind is challenging pilots today at Heraklion Airport.
Arrivals are regulated with low rate due to Weather (strong cross-wind) as per Eurocontrol.
High delays are expected during the whole afternoon as cross-wind up to 33 kt are disturbing air traffic.
Airport details
Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” is the primary aviation hub on the island of Crete, Greece. Situated approximately 5 kilometers east of Heraklion city, the airport operates with two asphalt-surfaced runways:
Runway 09/27
- Length: 2,714 meters (8,904 feet)
- Width: 45 meters (148 feet)
- Orientation: East-West (true headings approximately 94.2° and 274.2°)
- Surface: Asphalt
- Lighting: Equipped for night operations
This is the airport’s primary runway, accommodating most commercial traffic, including larger aircraft. Its length and facilities support a wide range of operations.
Runway 12/30
- Length: 1,566 meters (5,138 feet)
- Width: 50 meters (164 feet)
- Orientation: Southeast-Northwest (true headings approximately 125.2° and 305.2°)
- Surface: Asphalt
Primarily for smaller aircraft and during specific wind conditions
