Cheap Flights from Crete Heraklion to Budapest

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Flight deals from Crete Heraklion to Budapest

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.

Budapest.ج.م.‏ 2,263 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,263, select.

Budapest.ج.م.‏ 2,952 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 2,952, select.

Budapest.ج.م.‏ 3,168 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,168, select.

Budapest.ج.م.‏ 3,394 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,394, select.

Budapest.ج.م.‏ 3,395 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,395, select.

Budapest.ج.م.‏ 3,678 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Jan.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,678, select.

Budapest.ج.م.‏ 3,678 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 3,678, select.

Budapest.ج.م.‏ 4,017 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Budapest.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 4,017, select.

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.

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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 found	ج.م.‏ 2,263
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	2 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	Wizz Air
Average flights per week	3

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

How much are return flights from Crete Heraklion to Budapest?

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Budapest is ج.م.‏ 5,809. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Crete Heraklion to Budapest?

2 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Budapest.

Which airlines fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Budapest?

Wizz Air and Smartwings Hungary fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Budapest.

How many flights are there a week from Crete Heraklion to Budapest?

As of September 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Budapest.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Crete Heraklion to Budapest?

The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Budapest is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Budapest Airport on?

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 Thursday, 25 September 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Budapest Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Budapest?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Budapest?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Budapest with?

Currently, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

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

The average length of a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Budapest is one hour behind Heraklion and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your HER to BUD flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Wizz Air is your gateway to discovering Budapest (and maybe even some other great parts of Hungary!). Browse the direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Wizz Air on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between HER and BUD include:
- Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
- Vienna International Airport
- Thessaloniki International Airport

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

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight is ج.م.‏ 2,263. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م.‏ 5,809. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from HER to BUD, reserve your trip seven months before your departure.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from HER to BUD by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

80.18% of flights leaving Heraklion Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of HER.
Heraklion Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near HER:

Arriving at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BUD instead:
Pick up a Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport rental car and explore Budapest and beyond with your own set of wheels. Klass Wagen, Dryyve and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport around four weeks before your trip.

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

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to the centre of Budapest has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.

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

It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Budapest. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Heraklion Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for August if you want to explore Budapest during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HER to BUD in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -8ºC and 6ºC on average.

Explore more of Hungary

Budapest has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Hungary waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a trip to Debrecen will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Deri Museum, Hortobagy National Park and Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest, Miskolc is another essential stop in Hungary. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Galya-tető (Miskolc), DVTK Szabadidő Park and Munkástrón.