Travelling from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
Heraklion is seven hours ahead of Washington DC and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your BWI to HER flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
At the moment, R 4,880 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Baltimore Washington International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,362. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BWI to HER if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BWI to HER.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport.
Handy information about Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
77% of flights that depart Baltimore Washington International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Washington DC to Baltimore Washington International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near BWI? If you're catching an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Baltimore Washington International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HER instead:
Grab a Crete Heraklion Airport rental car and discover Heraklion and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, Car & Go and Right Cars are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Crete Heraklion Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
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 taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
The quietest month for a flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport is March, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Heraklion based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Crete Heraklion Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BWI to HER sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Heraklion. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.