Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, making Heraklion one hour ahead of Budapest.
Flights from BUD to HER start from 05:55 — the first with Wizz Air. The last service of the day is at 13:25 with Wizz Air. In total, you can choose from three weekly Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BUD to HER flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Wizz Air offers direct flights from Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Heraklion — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
Wizz Air is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BUD and HER:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
Right now, 38 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 70 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BUD to HER.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BUD to HER by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
81% of flights departing from Budapest Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of BUD.
To reach Budapest Airport from central Budapest, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to BUD? If you've booked an early flight from Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and experience the lesser-explored corners of Heraklion and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
From Crete Heraklion Airport, Heraklion is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Heraklion is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Budapest Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BUD to HER in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Heraklion has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-west of Heraklion, a trip to Athens will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.


