Travelling from Palese Airport (BRI) to Heraklion Airport (HER): what you need to know
A direct flight from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport takes on average 1 hour 45 minutes. The timezone in Heraklion is UTC+2, so it's 1 hour ahead of Bari.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the top stopovers between BRI and HER:
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Sofia Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from BRI to HER, check whether you need a visa to enter Greece. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Palese Airport (BRI) to Heraklion Airport (HER)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport is $48. The cheapest price for a return flight is $159. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BRI to HER if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
August is the cheapest month for tickets from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Finding a cheap ticket from BRI to HER is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.
Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Palese Airport (BRI)
Palese Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Bari. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near BRI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Heraklion Airport (HER)
Reserve a hotel close to HER if you have a late flight from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion
Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Heraklion. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 9 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Heraklion Airport (HER)
August is the most popular month for flights from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Heraklion in February.
Lock in your flight from Palese Airport to Heraklion Airport for July if you'd like to go to Heraklion during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BRI to HER in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 16ºC on average.
More about Heraklion
Start your Heraklion trip right by finding the perfect stay. Once you've booked your flight from BRI to HER, have a look at our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Venetian Walls and Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis and Koules Fortress are leading attractions which should be on any good Heraklion itinerary.
Complete your Heraklion trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Heraklion Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Heraklion.
