Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Chania?

Flights from San Francisco to Chania usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Chania Souda (CHQ).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Chania?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Chania: • Economy Class • Premium Economy Class

Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Chania pass through?

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Chania most commonly connect through: • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 82% of one-stop connections • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 9% of one-stop connections • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 5% of one-stop connections • London Heathrow (LHR) - 5% of one-stop connections Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Chania?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 67% on the San Francisco to Chania route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $501 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,501, a difference of $1,000. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from San Francisco to Chania?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Chania takes 0h 00m, covering 6,942 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Chania?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San Francisco to Chania changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,105 to $1,990. That means the highest observed fare was about 80% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from San Francisco to Chania looking right now?

One-way fares from San Francisco to Chania are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $484, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Chania?

Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 54m, compared with 21h 26m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 24h 21m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH).

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Chania?

Chania is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Chania Souda Airport (CHQ)?

Chania Souda Airport (CHQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include: • Right Cars • Centauro • ABBYCAR • SURPRICE CAR RENTAL • GREEN MOTION

How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Chania flight?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chania range from $779 to $1,501, with an average of $1,185 over the past 12 months. Anything below $779 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Chania?

British Airways ($1,171) offered the cheapest round-trip ticket from San Francisco to Chania in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Chania?

Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Chania route. 82% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via CPH.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Chania?

Flights via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $808. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San Francisco to Chania which airport offers the shortest layover?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Chania layovers at 522 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Cheapest round-trip

$1,105

Typical prices: $779-$1,501

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SFO - CHQ • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$448

Typical prices: $467-$762

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Sun 12/9

SFO - CHQ • 3 stops

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April

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Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)

Cheapest • Avg $808 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 15h 54m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Chania

Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 10

2:45 pm - 9:50 amSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

33h 05m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Athens Eleftherios V.

7:15 pm - 4:30 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

31h 15m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Zurich

$1,105Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Mar 3

9:40 pm - 8:10 amSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

24h 30m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Athens Eleftherios V.

9:50 pm - 12:35 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

24h 45m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Frankfurt am Main

$1,127Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 21 - Wed, Mar 3

5:20 pm - 2:00 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

34h 40m3 stops Dublin London Heathrow Athens Eleftherios V.

6:00 am - 8:10 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

24h 10m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Paris Orly

$1,158Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

9:56 pm - 12:35 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

52h 39m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl London Heathrow

2:10 pm - 9:39 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

41h 29m2 stops London Heathrow Los Angeles

$1,171British Airways

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

7:35 pm - 10:15 amSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

28h 40m1 stop Zurich

10:25 am - 7:00 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

18h 35m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$1,325Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

7:35 pm - 10:15 amSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

28h 40m1 stop Zurich

10:25 am - 12:40 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

36h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

$1,342Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

9:05 pm - 8:55 amSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

25h 50m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

5:05 pm - 8:35 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

37h 30m2 stops Vienna Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$1,343Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 10

8:25 am - 11:25 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

29h 00m3 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Frankfurt am Main Athens Eleftherios V.

3:10 pm - 4:30 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

35h 20m3 stops Athens Eleftherios V. London Heathrow Zurich

$1,359Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

9:05 pm - 8:45 amSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

25h 40m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Athens Eleftherios V.

5:05 pm - 8:35 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

61h 30m2 stops Vienna Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$1,378Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

7:10 am - 8:00 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

26h 50m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

5:55 pm - 3:55 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

32h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

$1,489Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29

2:40 pm - 9:25 amSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

32h 45m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Vienna Intl

7:25 pm - 7:00 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

33h 35m2 stops Vienna Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$1,137Austrian Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28

8:10 am - 2:50 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

20h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

8:45 pm - 4:15 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

29h 30m1 stop Zurich

$1,152Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 28

8:10 am - 2:50 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

20h 40m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Brussels Bruxelles-National

12:45 pm - 7:00 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

40h 15m2 stops Brussels Bruxelles-National Munich Franz Josef Strauss

$1,167Brussels Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Fri, Oct 2

8:30 pm - 4:15 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

33h 45m1 stop Paris Orly

10:40 pm - 10:49 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

34h 09m2 stops London Luton Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,209Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

8:30 pm - 4:15 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

33h 45m1 stop Paris Orly

9:50 pm - 10:59 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

35h 09m2 stops London Luton Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,216Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1

10:31 am - 7:50 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

23h 19m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Helsinki-Vantaa

10:45 am - 10:55 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

22h 10m2 stops Helsinki-Vantaa Los Angeles

$1,267Multiple Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29

8:30 pm - 4:15 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

33h 45m1 stop Paris Orly

11:40 am - 9:55 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

44h 15m2 stops Paris Orly Calgary

$1,291Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 29

4:10 pm - 9:25 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

19h 15m1 stop Warsaw Frederic Chopin

10:05 pm - 10:59 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

34h 54m2 stops London Stansted Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$1,296Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 3

4:45 pm - 5:55 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

15h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

7:50 pm - 2:40 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

28h 50m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$2,181Scandinavian Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Thu, Oct 1

4:45 pm - 5:55 pmSFO San Francisco-CHQ Chania Souda

15h 10m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

6:45 pm - 2:40 pmCHQ Chania Souda-SFO San Francisco

29h 55m1 stop Kastrup Copenhagen

$2,374Scandinavian Airlines

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Chania?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Chania, it is 58% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 26% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chania?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chania at $651 round-trip.
•December ($1,855) and July ($1,704) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 184% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Low season	January
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Cheapest flight	$448

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in price.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Chania?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Chania:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
How long is a flight from San Francisco to Chania?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Chania takes 0h 00m, covering 6,942 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Chania?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Chania flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Chania range from $779 to $1,501, with an average of $1,185 over the past 12 months. Anything below $779 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San Francisco to Chania changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $1,105 to $1,990. That means the highest observed fare was about 80% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San Francisco to Chania looking right now?
One-way fares from San Francisco to Chania are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $484, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Chania Souda Airport (CHQ)?
Chania Souda Airport (CHQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Right Cars
• Centauro
• ABBYCAR
• SURPRICE CAR RENTAL
• GREEN MOTION
Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Chania?
Flights from San Francisco to Chania usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Chania Souda (CHQ).
Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Chania pass through?
One-stop flights from San Francisco to Chania most commonly connect through:

• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 82% of one-stop connections
• Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 5% of one-stop connections
• London Heathrow (LHR) - 5% of one-stop connections

Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Chania?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 67% on the San Francisco to Chania route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $501 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,501, a difference of $1,000. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Chania?
Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 54m, compared with 21h 26m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 24h 21m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH).
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Chania?
Chania is 10 hours ahead of San Francisco (Eastern European Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average $501 - about $1,000 less than Saturday (67% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Chania trip for April. Fares historically average $651 round-trip in that month - typically $1,204 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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