Scenic view of the iconic Hungarian Parliament Building along the Danube River in Budapest. — flights from Heraklion to Budapest
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Flights from Heraklion to Budapest

Nonstop flights from Heraklion (HER) to Budapest (BUD) take about 2h 17m (1,431 km). Wizz Air flies it. Lowest fare seen: $191 one-way, 1 stop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Budapest

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Scenic view of the iconic Hungarian Parliament Building along the Danube River in Budapest. — arriving in Budapest

Airport transfer

BUD → Budapest, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Heraklion →3 lounges at Heraklion AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresBUD to Budapest: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Budapest →29 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Heraklion to Budapest

Carriers on HER–BUD 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 — Heraklion to Budapest flights

How long is the flight from Heraklion to Budapest?
A nonstop flight from Heraklion (HER) to Budapest (BUD) 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 Heraklion from Budapest by air?
The great-circle distance between Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport and Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport is 1,431 km (889 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Heraklion to Budapest?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the HER–BUD 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 Heraklion to Budapest cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on HER–BUD was $191 USD with Aegean Airlines (1 stop), departing 7 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 Heraklion to Budapest?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Budapest 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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