Travelling from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST): what you need to know
Ostend's timezone is UTC+1, making Ostend one hour behind Heraklion.
To ensure you get on your HER to OST flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
Right now, RM415 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM985. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HER to OST, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HER to OST.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heraklion Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)
Heraklion Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from HER land at their destination as scheduled 80.18% of the time.
Central Heraklion to Heraklion Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 15 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to HER? If you're catching an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
Book a hotel near OST if you have a late Heraklion Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Set your own pace with an Ostend-Bruges International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis to explore beyond Ostend's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your ride from Ostend-Bruges International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically increase as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST) to central Ostend
From Ostend-Bruges International Airport, Ostend is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 15 minutes.
When to fly to Ostend-Bruges International Airport (OST)
July is the busiest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Ostend in January.
When reserving your flight from Heraklion Airport to Ostend-Bruges International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Ostend, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HER to OST sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Belgium
You've done Ostend, now it's time to explore more of Belgium. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Brussels to check off its top attractions. From Grand Place to Atomium and Manneken Pis, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Belgium, consider Charleroi, roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Ostend. Parc Gobbe, Maison Dermine (art déco — 1921) and Parc Ligny are key highlights.
