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Flights from Bucharest to Heraklion

Nonstop flights from Bucharest (BBU) to Heraklion (HER) take about 1h 47m (1,022 km). Wizz Air flies it. Lowest fare seen: $176 one-way, 3 stops (22 Oct 2026).

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Getting out of Heraklion (HER)

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Heraklion Archaeological Museumfrom €27
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Airlines flying Bucharest to Heraklion

Carriers on BBU–HER according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — Bucharest to Heraklion flights

How long is the flight from Bucharest to Heraklion?
A nonstop flight from Bucharest (BBU) to Heraklion (HER) takes about 1h 47m, covering 1,022 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Bucharest from Heraklion by air?
The great-circle distance between Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is 1,022 km (635 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Bucharest to Heraklion?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BBU–HER route include Wizz Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Bucharest to Heraklion cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BBU–HER was $176 USD with Ryanair (3 stops), departing 6 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from Bucharest to Heraklion?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Heraklion visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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