Cheap flights to Chania
All scheduled and charter flights arrive at Chania International Airport, located just 12 kilometers from the city center. The extensive route network for the 2026 summer season covers 15 popular departure cities, connecting the island with major European hubs. The highest flight frequencies are recorded on routes from Athens (147 flights per week), London (67 flights), and Helsinki (36 flights).
A total of 37 airlines operate flights to Chania, including major carriers such as Aegean Airlines, Easy jet, and Sky Express. Travelers can choose from both direct flights and connecting options; convenient departure city cards are provided below on this page for quick ticket searches. Before your trip, we also recommend checking the current weather and information on how to get to your final destination.
Belgrade — Chania
London — Chania
Athens — Chania
Warsaw — Chania
Munich — Chania
Leeds — Chania
Geneva — Chania
Thessaloniki — Chania
Frankfurt am Main — Chania
Wroclaw — Chania
Katowice — Chania
Stockholm — Chania
Flight insights to Chania
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Chania — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Chania come from Athens, London and Helsinki. Athens leads with around 147 flights a week.
- Athens147 flights/week
- London67 flights/week
- Helsinki36 flights/week
- Frankfurt am Main28 flights/week
- Munich26 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Chania depart from Greece, Germany and United Kingdom. Greece alone accounts for about 27% of all direct routes.
- Greeceavg $78
- Germanyavg $91
- United Kingdomavg $97
- Finlandavg $96
- Polandavg $75
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Chania range from London at $46 to Helsinki at $96 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Athensfrom $56
- Londonfrom $46
- Helsinkifrom $96
- Frankfurt am Mainfrom $73
- Munichfrom $60
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Chania from right now are Belgrade from $33, Lyon from $33 and Paris from $38.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Chania is from Benbecula at about 4h 49m, followed by Barra (4h 48m) and Tiree (4h 43m).
- Benbecula4h 49m
- Barra4h 48m
- Tiree4h 43m
- Port Ellen4h 36m
- Campbeltown4h 33m
Popular departure cities to Chania
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United KingdomFrequently asked questions
- How many cities offer flights to Chania?
- Currently, air links are established with 15 cities. These include both major European capitals and regional centers, ensuring convenient logistics for tourists.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Chania?
- The most popular routes by number of weekly flights are Athens (147 flights), London (67 flights), Helsinki (36 flights), Frankfurt am Main (28 flights), and Munich (26 flights).
- How many airlines operate flights to Chania?
- There are 37 airlines operating flights to this region. The leaders in terms of passenger volume are Aegean Airlines, Easy jet, and Sky Express.
- Which airports handle flights to Chania?
- All international and domestic flights arrive at Chania International Airport (CHQ). The terminal is located 12 kilometers from the city, allowing for a quick transfer to your accommodation.
- How can I find cheap tickets to Chania?
- We recommend using the departure city search cards provided below on this page. To get the best prices, it's better to plan your flight in advance and consider mid-week departures.