Travelling from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport (HER). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the two main airports in Bangkok.
The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, which is 5 hours behind Bangkok. Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Bangkok to HER. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for flights from Bangkok to HER departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
BKK is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can arrive at DMK from central Bangkok in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 5 minutes to travel the 27 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Bangkok to HER? Unwind in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About Heraklion Airport (HER)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HER:
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport (HER)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport from 287 € or travel return from just 697 €. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Bangkok to HER. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are highlighted in green, making it easy to choose a flight within your budget.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices fall. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Bangkok to HER.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Heraklion, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Heraklion. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Bangkok to HER during then and you can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport in January when temperatures average between 7ºC and 16ºC.
More about Heraklion
Once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Heraklion Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Heraklion:
Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis are a couple of big attractions to put on your Heraklion itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Koules Fortress.
Complete your Heraklion trip with a car rental
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