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Flight deals from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bucharest? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs27,173. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.Rs9,731 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Baneasa.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs9,731, select.
Bucharest.Rs10,348 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 21 Apr, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs10,348, select.
Bucharest.Rs10,352 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs10,352, select.
Bucharest.Rs12,260 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,260, select.
Bucharest.Rs13,244 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 2 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs13,244, select.
Bucharest.Rs15,851 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,851, select.
Bucharest.Rs17,915 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,915, select.
Bucharest.Rs18,002 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,002, select.
Bucharest.Rs18,099 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Jan.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,099, select.
Bucharest.Rs19,406 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,406, select.
Bucharest.Rs22,418 per passenger.Departing Thu, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,418, select.
Bucharest.Rs22,450 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,450, select.
Bucharest.Rs23,401 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs23,401, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Bucharest flights are currently cheapest in June.
Jun
from Rs9,731
Jul
from Rs13,244
Aug
from Rs22,418
Sep
from Rs19,406
Oct
from Rs12,260
Nov
from Rs15,851
Dec
from Rs17,915
Jan
from Rs18,099
Feb
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Mar
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Apr
from Rs10,348
May
from Rs23,401

Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest

Alternative Crete Heraklion to Bucharest routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Bucharest Otopeni

15km from central Bucharest
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Heraklion to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs9,731
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 55 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air Malta
Average flights per week32

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

There's one airport in Bucharest: Bucharest Otopeni.
The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest is Rs9,404. 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.
1 hour and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest.
Wizz Air Malta, Animawings and Hahn Air Technologies fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest.
As of June 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest is usually June.
If you're flying from Crete Heraklion Airport, the cheapest airport near Bucharest is Bucharest Otopeni – which is 14.8 km away from the centre of Bucharest. We've found flights into this airport from Rs9,404.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bucharest on Wednesday, 10 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 55 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. July is typically the warmest month in Bucharest, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Wizz Air Malta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest.

Flying from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Bucharest: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Bucharest and Heraklion (where Heraklion International Airport is located) share the UTC+2 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • With six weekly flights between the two airports, Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the busiest route. Board Wizz Air Malta's 12:50 flight to get your journey from HER to OTP underway.

  • Leave enough time to get on your HER to Bucharest flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • Start your trip at HER and travel straight to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest tickets.

  • Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest include:

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from HER to Bucharest, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:

    • Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Thessaloniki International Makedonia Airport (SKG)

  • Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Heraklion, HER can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel near HER? If you've booked an early flight from Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to Heraklion International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion International Airport (HER) to Bucharest

  • Rs9,731 is currently the best price for a one-way Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest flight. A return plane ticket starts from Rs9,404. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Book one month before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HER to Bucharest.

  • June is the best month for nabbing an amazing deal on Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.

  • You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from HER to Bucharest.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest.

Airports in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to the centre of Bucharest takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.

  • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest. Stay at one of these accommodation options near OTP instead:

  • Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport about one week before your flight from HER to Bucharest.

Baneasa Airport (BBU)

  • Baneasa Airport (BBU) is roughly 8 kilometres from the centre of Bucharest. Check out your options for travelling into town after your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest has touched down.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to BBU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your HER to Bucharest flight:

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BBU can help you lock in a better rate.

Best time to go to Bucharest

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest. To escape the crowds, head to Bucharest in January.

  • The warmest month in Bucharest is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HER to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.

More about Bucharest

  • Start your Bucharest trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Heraklion International Airport to Bucharest, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Museum of the Palace of the Parliament, Caru' cu Bere and National Bank of Romania Museum are top sights which should be on every Bucharest itinerary.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Romania you should also see. Around 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Galata Monastery, The Catholic Cathedral Saint Mary and Monastery of the Three Holy Hierarchs.

  • Cluj-Napoca is another sought-after destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres northwest of Bucharest. No journey is complete without visiting St. Michael's Church, Museum Square and Romanian Orthodox Church of Transfiguration.

Plan the rest of your trip from Heraklion to Bucharest

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