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Cheap Flights from Heraklion (HER) to Bucharest (OTP)

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Flight deals from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Bucharest.$115 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $115, select.
Bucharest.$115 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Sat, 28 Jun.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $115, select.
Bucharest.$154 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air Malta departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $154, select.
Bucharest.$181 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Thu, 28 Aug.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.
Bucharest.$201 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov, returning Fri, 21 Nov.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 21 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.
Bucharest.$216 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul, returning Thu, 7 Aug.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.
Bucharest.$216 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul, returning Sat, 19 Jul.Return flight with Wizz Air.Outbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound direct flight with Wizz Air departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.
Bucharest.$227 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec, returning Fri, 9 Jan.Return flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Heraklion on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Bucharest Otopeni.Inbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Bucharest Otopeni on Fri, 9 Jan, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $308
Jun
from $115
Jul
from $216
Aug
from $181
Sep
from $232
Oct
from $154
Nov
from $201
Dec
from $283
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Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni

Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni: Alternative routes

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

Heraklion to Bucharest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$115
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 58 mins
Most popular airlineWizz Air Malta
Average flights per week13

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni is $115. 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 58 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni.
Wizz Air Malta, Animawings and Wizz Air fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni.
As of May 2025, there are 13 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Bucharest Otopeni is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Otopeni Airport on Thursday, 19 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 58 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 Otopeni 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.
Currently, Wizz Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Bucharest Otopeni.

Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • Heraklion and Bucharest are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HER to OTP flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Bucharest (and then discovering more of Romania!) is easy with Anima Wings. This popular carrier has direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Anima Wings on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between HER and OTP:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

    • Thessaloniki International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport flight is $56. A round-trip ticket is currently $115. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To secure cheap tickets from HER to OTP, book your trip seven months before your departure.

  • Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from HER to OTP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through 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 results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Heraklion Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from HER touch down on schedule 80.18% of the time.

  • Heraklion Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of about 15 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near HER:

Arriving at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

Getting from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to central Bucharest

  • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to the centre of Bucharest has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Bucharest based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Book your flight from Heraklion Airport to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport for August if you want to go to Bucharest during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HER to OTP sometime then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Romania

  • Bucharest has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Romania you should also see. About 322 kilometres north of Bucharest, a trip to Iasi will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Palace of Culture, Saint Nicholas Church and Golia Monastery.

  • Cluj-Napoca is another must-experience destination in Romania and is around 322 kilometres north-west of Bucharest. No trip is complete without experiencing St. Michael's Church, Hoia Baciu Forest and Banffy Palace.

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