Cheap Flights to Crete from $40 (2026/2027)

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Tue, Jun 30 - Fri, Jul 10
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
CHQ
Ioannis Daskalogiannis
$66 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$66
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ryanair flight, departing Tue, Jun 30 from Eleftherios Venizelos to Ioannis Daskalogiannis, returning Fri, Jul 10, priced at $66 found 1 day ago
Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
HER
Nikos Kazantzakis
$77 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$77
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select SKY express flight, departing Thu, May 7 from Eleftherios Venizelos to Nikos Kazantzakis, returning Thu, May 14, priced at $77 found 5 hours ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Sun, Apr 26
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
HER
Nikos Kazantzakis
$82 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$82
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Aegean flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Eleftherios Venizelos to Nikos Kazantzakis, returning Sun, Apr 26, priced at $82 found 6 days ago
Sun, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 9
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
JSH
Sitia
$86 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Olympic flight, departing Sun, Aug 2 from Eleftherios Venizelos to Sitia, returning Sun, Aug 9, priced at $86 found 1 day ago
Sun, Aug 2 - Sun, Aug 9
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
JSH
Sitia
$86 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$86
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Olympic flight, departing Sun, Aug 2 from Eleftherios Venizelos to Sitia, returning Sun, Aug 9, priced at $86 found 1 day ago
Fri, Jul 3 - Fri, Jul 10
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos
CHQ
Ioannis Daskalogiannis
$237 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Involatus flight, departing Fri, Jul 3 from Eleftherios Venizelos to Ioannis Daskalogiannis, returning Fri, Jul 10, priced at $237 found 5 days ago
Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 5
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
CHQ
Ioannis Daskalogiannis
$610 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$610
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Ioannis Daskalogiannis, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $610 found 4 days ago
Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 5
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
CHQ
Ioannis Daskalogiannis
$718 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$718
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Ioannis Daskalogiannis, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $718 found 9 hours ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 1
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
CHQ
Ioannis Daskalogiannis
$763 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$763
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Finnair flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Ioannis Daskalogiannis, returning Tue, Sep 1, priced at $763 found 4 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
ATHChaniaJune 30 to July 10$66
ATHHeraklionMay 7 to May 14$77
ATHSitiaJuly 31 to August 4$101
FCOHeraklionMay 8 to May 15$109
FCOHeraklionMay 8 to May 15$109
LTNChaniaMay 29 to June 5$149
LGWHeraklionMay 5 to May 12$167
ATHKasosJuly 13 to July 18$181
MUCHeraklionMay 19 to May 25$223
FCOChaniaJune 29 to July 10$233
FCOChaniaJune 29 to July 10$233
MUCChaniaMay 31 to June 11$246
DUSChaniaJune 7 to June 16$293
DUSHeraklionMay 6 to May 10$313
LHRSitiaMay 7 to May 11$508
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
ATHChaniaApril 24 to April 27$88
ATHHeraklionApril 25 to May 1$96
LTNChaniaApril 26 to May 4$125
LGWHeraklionApril 24 to April 27$146
ORYHeraklionApril 26 to April 28$277
DUSHeraklionApril 24 to April 28$342
ORYChaniaApril 25 to April 28$355
CGNHeraklionApril 24 to April 28$381
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Crete Flight and Hotel Packages

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Vespera City Hotel
3.0-star property

Vespera City Hotel

May 15 - May 18

3 night stay

Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER)

Sky Express • Roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $655, price is now $357 per person
$357
per person
found 1 day ago
Creta Blue Boutique Hotel
4.0-star property

Creta Blue Boutique Hotel

May 15 - May 18

3 night stay

Athens (ATH) to Heraklion (HER)

Sky Express • Roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $733, price is now $370 per person
$370
per person
found 1 day ago
Ventale Island Breeze Resort
5.0-star property

Ventale Island Breeze Resort

May 21 - May 27

6 night stay

Athens (ATH) to Chania (CHQ)

Aegean • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,641, price is now $872 per person
$872
per person
found 1 day ago
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Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive

Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive

4 out of 5
76, Andr. Papandreou Str, Ammoudara Malevizi Crete
Book a stay at this beach property in Malevizi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Heraklion Port and Palace of Knossos are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (790 reviews)
Great resort, staff were super helpful especially those at the restaurant. The Spa was amazing and the staff took time to speak with us before recommending treatment to book. Location right on the beach made it a fantastic place to stay.

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

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Hyperion City Hotel

Hyperion City Hotel

4 out of 5
75 El. Venizelou Chania
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Agia Marina Beach and Old Venetian Harbor are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (378 reviews)
This was a wonderful hotel. We were on the 5th floor and enjoyed a spacious balcony and great ocean views. The room was spacious and well appointed. The shower had a drenching rain shower head and great water pressure. Nice coffee/tea offerings and refridge including a few bottles of water, juice, ...

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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Aquila Atlantis Hotel

Aquila Atlantis Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Ygias Street Heraklion Crete Island
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Heraklion Port and Palace of Knossos are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The room was spacious and clean. The staff was very helpful for directions and always pleasant. The breakfast was very elaborate, something for everyone. Location was good, within walking distance to shops, restaurants, hop on hop off stops, bus stations, harbor. Would recommend.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

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Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

Stella Island Luxury Resort & Spa - Adults Only

5 out of 5
Analipsi, Analipsi Hersonissos
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in our reviews. Popular attractions Port of Hersonissos and Star Beach Water Park are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (327 reviews)
Everything is excellent especially the staff. 10/10. Superb

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Crete?
Some thrifty travelers picked up a roundtrip flight to Crete for as little as $66 in the last seven days. If you spot a good bargain, book fast. Cheap deals don't wait around forever! This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Crete departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to Crete?
There are 17 airlines flying to Crete. If you're thinking about a break in Chania, consider Ryanair. This top carrier operates around 459 flights each month to Crete's premier city.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Crete?
June is the cheapest month to jet to Crete — that's based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand from January to December last year. We're here to help you score an amazing deal so you can start organizing your escape today.
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Crete?
One way to pick up the best deal is to be flexible with your dates. Start by searching for your flight to Crete, then click on the "Flexible dates" box above your results. This will allow you to compare prices for nearby days. Like another tip? Book in advance. To give you an idea of airfares, $66 was the lowest price for a return flight to Crete in the last seven days on our site. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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From cheap family flights to all-inclusive resorts and activities, Travelocity has got you covered for unforgettable adventures. With everything at hand, you can relax while preparing for all the wonderful things that await you in Crete and less time on the travel details. Plus with our Price Match Guarantee and 24/7 customer assistance, our mission is to make your next break the best yet.
What are the most popular flight routes to Crete?
Browse through these main flight routes to Crete and start organizing your next vacation:

  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 1,906 flights a month.
  • Frankfurt (FRA-Frankfurt Intl.) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 784 flights a month.
  • Duesseldorf (DUS-Duesseldorf Intl.) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 741 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Crete on average?
Travelers have booked roundtrip flights to Crete for between $66 and $763 with Travelocity in the last seven days. Whether you're planning to fly economy or first class, we'll help you find an awesome deal. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Crete?
Where you leave from will usually determine how long your direct flight to Crete will be. Here are some of the major routes to Crete and average flight times:

  • Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 50 minutes
  • Frankfurt (FRA-Frankfurt Intl.) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 3 hours and 5 minutes
  • Duesseldorf (DUS-Duesseldorf Intl.) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 3 hours and 18 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Crete?
The length of your flight and whether you're flying with a full-service or budget carrier will mostly determine this. If you're searching for long-haul flights to Crete, entertainment, food and drinks will be standard inclusions. Interested in cheap flights for family vacations? Check out the deals from budget carriers. Typically, these airlines don't offer as many inclusions, or you'll need to pay an extra fee for them.

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