On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Fira to Chania. The shortest distance between the cities is 162 km, making air travel a convenient way to move between the islands.
Flights on this route are operated by C3. Ticket prices change regularly, so we recommend using the price dynamics chart to find the best deals and checking information on how to get to the departure airport and arrange a transfer from the arrival airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Fira — Chania by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 368 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 513 in e. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Fira → Chania, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 373 | low | May | AED 582 | high | Sep | AED 559 | medium |
| Feb | AED 396 | low | Jun | AED 629 | high | Oct | AED 466 | medium |
| Mar | AED 442 | medium | Jul | AED 675 | high | Nov | AED 396 | low |
| Apr | AED 489 | medium | Aug | AED 699 | high | Dec | AED 419 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The highest temperatures in Chania are recorded in July and August, when the air warms up to 27.3°C. The coolest and wettest period is considered to be January and December, with rainfall reaching 120.86 mm per month and an average daily high of about 13.1°C.
The lowest flight cost from Fira is observed in July and starts AED 362. Prices peak in October, when fares start AED 506, while in September, you can find tickets AED 419.
July is the optimal time for a trip: this month features the minimum amount of rainfall and the most affordable flight prices. In October, however, flight costs are significantly higher despite the gradual drop in air temperature, making this period less favorable for budget planning.
Flights between the Greek islands on the Fira — Chania route are operated by C3. Most flights on this route are performed with layovers in major aviation hubs, allowing you to choose the most convenient departure time throughout the week. Below is the current schedule; you can click on the carrier's card to see specific flight days and available connecting route options.
Flights Fira — Chania depart from Santorini International Airport and arrive at Chania International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is only 162 km. Net flight time for a direct flight usually does not exceed 40–50 minutes; however, most flights are operated with connections, which increases the total travel time.
The main carrier offering flight tickets from Fira to Chania is C3. A full list of available options and the current schedule can be found in the relevant section on this page.
Flights from Fira (Santorini Airport, JTR) arrive at the international airport of Chania (CHQ), which is located on the Akrotiri Peninsula.
Ticket prices change depending on the season and flight occupancy. You can always check the current minimums and the most budget-friendly months for booking in the low price calendar on our website.
The availability of non-stop flights depends on the carriers' seasonal schedules. We recommend checking for direct departures on a specific date using the search form or the airline table below.
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