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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Chania:

• Earliest: departs at 7:15 am and lands at 8:09 am
• Latest: departs at 10:30 pm and lands at 11:24 pm.

The flight takes about 54m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Athens to Chania:

• Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Athens to Chania takes 54m, covering 166 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Athens to Chania range from $129 to $194, with an average of $156 over the past 12 months. Anything below $129 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $156 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Sky Express is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Aegean Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Athens to Chania flights are:

• Sky Express: 82% on time
• Aegean Airlines: 73% on time
• Ryanair: 69% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 77% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $14–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Sky Express and Hahn Air Systems. Other aircraft seen on the route include ATR 42 / ATR 72 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Athens to Chania flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 12%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $111 to $805. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Athens to Chania are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $80, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

Chania Souda Airport (CHQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Right Cars
• Centauro
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• GREEN MOTION
• ABBYCAR

Flights from Athens to Chania usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Chania Souda (CHQ).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to Chania route, 23% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 20m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Athens to Chania. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $152 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $164, a difference of $12.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Athens and Chania. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Aegean Airlines
• Sky Express

Among airlines operating Athens to Chania flights:

• Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Ryanair: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Sky Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Ryanair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Suppose you will be landing in Chania on a late evening flight; it might be best if you reserve a room in one of the many hotels close to this establishment. Avra Imperial Hotel is a recommended hotel nearby, and it offers free shuttles to and from the airport.

The numerous car rental agencies at Chania International Airport, including Trust and Hertz, make it easy and convenient to explore the city as soon as you arrive. Look for the “Car Rental” signs in the main arrival hall to locate your preferred service provider. Book in advance to enjoy special rates.

You won’t miss getting a public bus plying between CHQ and the city center of Chania. KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A runs a bus from CHQ to downtown Chania, departing every hour. The journey takes about 30 minutes.

Chania International Airport caters to the needs of persons with disabilities. To this end, expect to meet friendly and dedicated airline agents to assist you through critical points like security, customs, and baggage claim. Furthermore, wheelchairs are available upon request. Contact your airline in advance for any specific needs.