Travelling from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Larnaca and Chania are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LCA to CHQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Larnaca Airport to Crete Chania Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LCA and CHQ include:
Athens International Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Luqa Malta International Airport
Handy information about Larnaca Airport (LCA)
80% of flights leaving Larnaca Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from LCA.
To get to Larnaca Airport from central Larnaca, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to LCA? If you've booked an early flight from Larnaca Airport to Crete Chania Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Larnaca Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Pick up a Crete Chania Airport rental car and explore Chania and beyond with your own wheels. Abbycar, Carwiz and Centauro are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Crete Chania Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
From Crete Chania Airport, Chania is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Larnaca Airport to Crete Chania Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Chania based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Larnaca Airport to Crete Chania Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chania, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from LCA to CHQ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Chania, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Athens to tick off its leading sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 483 kilometres north of Chania. No journey is complete without seeing Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.