Flying from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Brussels: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Heraklion International Airport to Brussels and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is one hour behind Heraklion, where Heraklion International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Brussels Airport (BRU). You can select from ten weekly services between these two airports. Sky Express offers a 07:15 departure between HER and BRU.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your HER to Brussels flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Start your journey at HER and travel nonstop to Brussels Airport (BRU). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Heraklion International Airport to Brussels tickets.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Heraklion International Airport to Brussels, such as:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from HER to Brussels. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Located around 3 kilometres from central Heraklion, HER can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near HER. Whether you're catching an early flight from Heraklion International Airport to Brussels or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Heraklion International Airport, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Brussels
28 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion International Airport to Brussels flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 73 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from HER to Brussels if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap tickets from Heraklion International Airport to Brussels is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices throughout the month and pick up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 13 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near BRU if you have a late flight from Heraklion International Airport to Brussels. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from HER to Brussels.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The centre of Brussels is located around 56 kilometres from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Brussels has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CRL. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your HER to Brussels flight:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at CRL can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Brussels
December is the quietest month for flights from Heraklion International Airport to Brussels, while September is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Brussels based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Heraklion International Airport to Brussels plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HER to Brussels around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Once you've booked your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Brussels, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brussels:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Atomium, Grand Place and Royal Palace of Brussels are leading attractions which should be on every Brussels itinerary.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be discovered once you've seen Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, The Crystal Ship and Mu.ZEE.
Verviers is another favourite destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without dropping by Hôtel communal ou Ancienne Halle - Monument classé, Musée d'Archéologie et du Folklore and Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Ceramique.
