Heraklion to Zaventem (HER–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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HER–BRU is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Lynx Air, ATA Airlines and Big Sky Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,489 miles in approximately 3h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SN Lynx Air | 10 | 320 | 3h35-3h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| TB ATA Airlines | 8 | 7M8 | 4h | – | – | – |
| GQ Big Sky Airlines | 3 | 32N | 3h35 | – | – | – |
| XR Skywest Australia | 2 | 320 | 3h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zaventem from Heraklion
| Metric | HER→BRU | CHQ→BRU | KGS→BRU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HER | – | 59 mi | 147 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 23 | 7 | 14 |
| Flight time | 3h 35m | 3h 40m | 3h 45m |
Travel Essentials
HER: EEST · BRU: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Heraklion, it's 5:00 PM in Zaventem.
Greek passport holders enter Belgium freely with no visa, no time limit on stays, and no immigration checks at the border. Both countries are EU and Schengen members. A Greek national ID card or passport is sufficient for entry. No registration is required for stays under 3 months.
For stays beyond 3 months, register at the local commune (municipality) within 8 working days of arrival. Bring your ID card or passport, proof of address (rental contract), and proof of employment, self-employment, or sufficient resources plus health insurance. The commune issues an Annexe 19 registration certificate, followed by an E card (EU residence card) after verification. Processing takes 3 to 6 months.
Direct flights from Athens to Brussels (BRU) run about 2 hours 50 minutes on Aegean Airlines and Brussels Airlines. Eurostar and Thalys connections from Brussels link to London, Paris, and Amsterdam. Both countries use the euro. No vaccination requirements. Brussels hosts the EU institutions, making it a major hub for Greek professionals and diplomats. The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) covers emergency medical treatment. Belgium has three official languages (Dutch, French, German), with Brussels officially bilingual in Dutch and French.
The Airport Express train to Brussels Central takes 17 minutes (€11.80) and runs every 15–20 minutes from 05:30 to midnight. The platform is in the basement of the terminal building, no separate transfer needed.Taxis to central Brussels cost €40–55. For Ghent, direct trains run via Leuven (€20, 1h 10min). For Bruges, change at Brussels Midi (€22, 1h 30min total). Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. Flixbus and other coach services connect from the airport to several European cities.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet conditions year-round. Winters (December–February) are grey and damp at 1–7°C. Fog and freezing drizzle occasionally cause morning delays at BRU. Snow is possible but rarely heavy enough to close the airport.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 18–25°C with occasional thunderstorms. The airport sees its most operationally stable weather in spring (April–May) and early autumn (September). Pack waterproofs regardless of season. Brussels averages 160+ rain days per year.
HER–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HER to BRU
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Big Sky Airlines, Lynx Air, ATA Airlines and Skywest Australia. With 23 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HER to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HER to BRU ranges from 3 hours 35 minutes to 4 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,489 miles (2,395 km). There are approximately 23 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 34 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via NUE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Souda (CHQ), Kos Island (KGS) and Rhodes (RHO).