Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Bangkok is five hours ahead of Heraklion, where Heraklion Airport is located. Bangkok observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your HER to Bangkok flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from HER to Bangkok, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Almaty Airport (ALA)
Travelling from central Heraklion to HER takes about 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 3 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Bangkok? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to HER:
Heraklion Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80.18% of flights that depart HER arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Bangkok
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Bangkok flight is Rs81,419. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs162,063. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from HER to Bangkok, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Heraklion Airport to Bangkok across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HER to Bangkok by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Bangkok.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Heraklion Airport to Bangkok. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and see more of Bangkok and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from HER to Bangkok.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is about 27 kilometres from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from Heraklion Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your HER to Bangkok flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Don Mueang International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire and Hertz.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Plan your trip to Bangkok during the high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Heraklion Airport to Bangkok during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your Heraklion Airport to Bangkok flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HER to Bangkok in December if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flight from Heraklion Airport to Bangkok, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Wat Arun, Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew are top attractions which should be on any good Bangkok itinerary.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without dropping by Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).
