Irákleion Population 2026
Irákleion has a population of 137,154, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇬🇷 Greece, located in Crete. Roughly 1.4% of Greece's population lives here. It is about 4.8× smaller than Athens, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
137,154
Rank in Greece
#7
Coordinates
35.33°N, 25.14°E
~60 m elevation · Europe/Athens
Distance to capital (Athens)
321 km
199 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Crete
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FAQ
What is the population of Irákleion?
Irákleion has a population of 137,154 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Greece.
What region is Irákleion in?
Irákleion is located in Crete, Greece.
Is Irákleion the capital of Greece?
No, the capital of Greece is Athens, about 321 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.