Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Heraklion's timezone is UTC+2, making Heraklion one hour ahead of Brussels.
Each week, there are eight Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as early as possible, pick the 05:40 Brussels Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 16:25 with Transavia.
To ensure you get on your BRU to HER flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport. When you're ready to start your Heraklion adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Greece:
Sky Express is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BRU and HER:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
R 1,219 is the lowest price for a one-way Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Return flights start from R 2,768. These fares may change depending on demand.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from BRU to HER.
The cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BRU to HER by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Brussels to Brussels Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BRU:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Heraklion Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and discover more of Heraklion and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Heraklion Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Brussels Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you want to go to Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BRU to HER in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Heraklion, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 322 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Time for another stop? Head for Acharnes. It's roughly 338 kilometres north of Heraklion and is known for highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.