Flying from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport (HER): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll catch your flight from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport (HER). Brussels Airport (BRU) and Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) are Brussels's main airports.
Around 3 hours 35 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Brussels to Heraklion International Airport flight.
Heraklion is one hour ahead of Brussels. Heraklion International Airport is located in Heraklion, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
You can pick from 10 direct services every week between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Heraklion International Airport (HER). This is the busiest route, with Brussels Airlines offering a 5:50am departure from BRU to HER.
For hassle-free travel, 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 flight from Brussels to HER.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport (HER) depart from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport departing from BRU. Book your ticket with one of these:
The top choice among passengers flying between BRU and HER is Brussels Airlines.
SKY express ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 83.33% of its services arriving on schedule.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Brussels to HER departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Brussels, BRU can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Brussels Airport:
When it comes to Brussels Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Consider starting your journey from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL). You can book a direct Brussels to Heraklion International Airport (HER) plane ticket with departures from here.
Board your direct flight from Brussels to HER with Ryanair. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of CRL.
On the CRL to HER route, Ryanair is the preferred choice of many.
If you want a carrier known for punctuality, go with Ryanair. It boasts an on-time performance of 100.0% for flights between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and Heraklion International Airport.
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport. Here's where you can connect between Brussels South Charleroi Airport and HER:
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
You can reach CRL from central Brussels in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Brussels to HER flight? Kick back in a hotel near Brussels South Charleroi Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Brussels South Charleroi Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Heraklion International Airport (HER)
Book a hotel close to HER if you're catching a late flight from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Brussels to Heraklion International Airport flight.
Getting from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
The centre of Heraklion is about 3 kilometres from Heraklion International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport (HER)
Right now, $100 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $193. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Brussels to HER, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Brussels to Heraklion International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport.
The best time to fly from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport (HER)
August is when most people book flights from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport (HER). Visit Heraklion in January for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Brussels to HER plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 7ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Heraklion
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Heraklion right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Brussels to Heraklion International Airport:
Knossos Palace and Heraklion Archaeological Museum are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Heraklion itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Old Venetian Harbour of Heraklion.
Explore more of Greece
Chania is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be discovered once you've seen Heraklion. Around 105 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Katholiko Bay, Kalamaki Beach and Tersanas Beach.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Greece, head for Kos, about 257 kilometres northeast of Heraklion. Ancient Agora, Castle of the Knight of Saint John and Lambi Beach are the start of reasons to visit.
