Cheap Flights from Crete Heraklion to Budapest

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion to Budapest? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to Budapest

Crete Heraklion to Budapest: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Crete Heraklion to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

Heraklion to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found103 €
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Budapest is 103 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Budapest.
Wizz Air and Smartwings Hungary fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Budapest.
As of April 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Budapest is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Budapest Airport on Sunday, 8 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Budapest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes. Budapest's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Budapest 1 hour behind Heraklion.

  • Travelling during a popular month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Wizz Air offers direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Budapest — plus maybe even more of Hungary if time allows.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the popular stopovers between HER and BUD:

    • Thessaloniki International Airport

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

  • To see if you need a visa to enter Hungary, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll give you all the necessary information, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from HER to BUD.

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 40 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 103 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from HER to BUD by booking at least 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from HER to BUD every day.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion, Heraklion Airport can be reached in approximately 9 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 15 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near HER. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Budapest. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you around 58 minutes.

When to fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Budapest in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HER to BUD in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC then.

More about Budapest

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the top stays in Budapest right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from HER to BUD:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Fisherman's Bastion, Chain Bridge and Buda Castle are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Budapest itinerary.

Complete your Budapest trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've locked in your cheap ticket to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Budapest.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.