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Flights from Budapest to Heraklion

Nonstop flights from Budapest (BUD) to Heraklion (HER) take about 2h 17m (1,431 km). Wizz Air flies it.

When you land in Heraklion

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Getting out of Heraklion (HER)

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Budapest →4 lounges at Budapest AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresHER to Heraklion: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Heraklion →12 drop-off points, from €3.90

Things to book in Heraklion

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Heraklion Archaeological Museumfrom €27
Heraklion Archaeological Museum 4.4 · 316 Tiqets reviews
from €32.50
Watercity Waterpark Crete 4.4 · 60 Tiqets reviews
from €20
Heraklion Food Tour 4.9 · 7 Tiqets reviews
from €20
Heraklion Cooking Classes 4.8 · 6 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Budapest to Heraklion

Carriers on BUD–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 — Budapest to Heraklion flights

How long is the flight from Budapest to Heraklion?
A nonstop flight from Budapest (BUD) to Heraklion (HER) takes about 2h 17m, covering 1,431 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 Budapest from Heraklion by air?
The great-circle distance between Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport is 1,431 km (889 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Budapest to Heraklion?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BUD–HER route include Wizz Air. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from Budapest 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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