Flying from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Bologna's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bologna one hour behind Heraklion.
Each week, there are three Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your HER to BLQ flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Bologna (and maybe even some other exciting parts of Italy!). Check out the direct flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport offered by this carrier.
Ryanair tops the list for bookings on this route.
With 66.67% of services landing on schedule, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier operating HER to BLQ flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between HER and BLQ:
Rome Fiumicino Airport
Athens International Airport
Tirana Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Heraklion Airport (HER) to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
Currently, Rs11,597 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs20,293. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from HER to BLQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport.
Handy information about Crete Heraklion Airport (HER)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Crete Heraklion Airport, data shows 77% of flights complete their journey on time.
Crete Heraklion Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near HER. Whether you've booked an early flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
Consider booking a hotel near BLQ if you have a late Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bologna International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bologna and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Bologna International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Bologna International Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
From Bologna International Airport, Bologna is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Bologna International Airport (BLQ)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Bologna. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bologna International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bologna, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HER to BLQ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Bologna. Around 306 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you want to check out another side of Italy, head for Milan, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are among its highlights.
