$56 Cheap flights to Crete

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Top places to visit in Crete

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a large dome structure, and a waterfront promenade.

Chania

Cheap flights to Crete from $56 One Way, $84 Round Trip

$84 return flights and $56 one-way flights to Crete were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14

ATH

Athens

HER

Heraklion

$84

Roundtrip

just found

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26

ATH

Athens

CHQ

Chania

$100

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2

FRA

Frankfurt

HER

Heraklion

$170

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29

ATH

Athens

JSH

Sitia

$172

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15

TLV

Tel Aviv

HER

Heraklion

$202

Roundtrip

found 15 hours ago

Wed, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 3

FRA

Frankfurt

CHQ

Chania

$211

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Wed, Apr 28 - Thu, May 6

EWR

New York

CHQ

Chania

$670

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Fri, Apr 16 - Sat, Apr 24

JFK

New York

CHQ

Chania

$686

Roundtrip

found 1 hour ago

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25

JFK

New York

HER

Heraklion

$697

Roundtrip

found 1 hour ago

Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22

EWR

New York

HER

Heraklion

$750

Roundtrip

found 7 hours ago

Sun, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 14

BOS

Boston

HER

Heraklion

$770

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Mon, Mar 29 - Tue, Apr 6

LAX

Los Angeles

HER

Heraklion

$788

Roundtrip

found 17 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
ATH	Heraklion	October 24 to October 31	$133
ATH	Chania	October 23 to October 28	$206
LTN	Chania	October 23 to October 28	$275
FRA	Heraklion	October 23 to November 6	$278
DUS	Heraklion	October 24 to November 3	$340
LGW	Heraklion	October 23 to October 27	$355
FRA	Chania	October 25 to November 1	$406
FCO	Chania	October 24 to October 30	$439
FCO	Chania	October 24 to October 30	$439
MUC	Chania	October 23 to October 31	$443
MUC	Heraklion	October 23 to October 30	$444
CGN	Heraklion	October 23 to October 30	$460
DUS	Chania	October 23 to November 1	$489
CDG	Heraklion	October 23 to October 28	$590
CDG	Chania	October 25 to October 30	$606

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Crete Accommodation Deals

Falasarna Bay

Falasarna Kissamos Crete Island

$58 nightly

$68 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this guesthouse in Kissamos. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and beach cabanas (surcharge). Popular attractions Balos Beach and Balos Lagoon ...

Christina Beach Hotel

Kasteli Kissamos Crete Island

$66 nightly

$78 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kissamos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Archaeological Museum of Kissamos and ...

9/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)

"Hotel was great location, staff was very friendly. Room was cleaning every day.Shops and Restaurants so close."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

Paralos Venus Suites - Adults Only

Analipsi, Chersonissos Hersonissos Crete Island

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$80 nightly

$108 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Star Beach Water Park and Stalis Beach ...

9/10 Wonderful! (146 reviews)

"The Hotel was ok, much smaller than it looked in the pictures. All the Staff were lovely and couldn't have done more for us. The room was nice, kept clean and had most amenities except towel rails to hang the bath towels inside but, it did have a rack on the balcony. The tv channels were dated and ..."

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2026

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Athinaikon

89 Ethnikis Antistassis Street Heraklion Crete Island

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$48 nightly

$55 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Heraklion Port and Palace of Knossos are ...

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.

Our Top Crete Apartment Hotels

Macaris Suites and SPA

Odyssea Elyti 8 Rethymno Crete Island

$136 nightly

$157 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach guesthouse in Rethymno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (371 reviews)

"We had a wonderful stay staff were great from the cleaning ladies to the bar staff nothing was too much trouble for them. Rooms Are very spacious bed is comfortable and the view was definitely delightful."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Alena Apartments

Koronaiou 13 Chania Crete

Book a stay at this business-friendly guesthouse in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Old ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (72 reviews)

"Booked my room months in advance, but when I showed up I was told there had been a mixup and no room was available."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2022

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Artemis Village Apartments & Studios

Stavros Akrotiriou Chania Crete

Book a stay at this family-friendly guesthouse in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Stavros Beach and Archaeological ...

10/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)

"Absolutely amazing place to stay. The staff are super friendly and helpful with suggestions on things to see. All our needs where met and beyond. The rooms and property where spotless clean. The pool area was also amazing surrounded with beautiful greenery. The only regret I had was not staying here ..."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

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Villa Petra -Fantastic Sea and Mountain Views, High speed internet in all rooms

Chania/Kalyves Crete

Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Apokoronas. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Port of Souda and Samonas Cave are ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)

"The property was very clean and well presented and the kitchen, well equipped .Each bedroom was supplied with ample towels and toiletries. There were lovely views of sea and mountains. Since we arrived late at night, a welcome basket would have been appreciated. The only item in the fridge was a ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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.

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Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive

76, Andr. Papandreou Str, Ammoudara Malevizi Crete

$191 nightly

$221 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

Total with taxes and fees

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 ...

Aquila Atlantis Hotel

2 Ygias Street Heraklion Crete Island

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$116 nightly

$137 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

"A nice location just out of the old town. A quick and friendly check in with a small upgrade to a harbour view ,which was very much appreciated. Standard size room with an excellent shower but a terrible mattress that gave me terrible back ache , not something I suffer with normally. It was all a ..."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

Sofia Hotel

57 Stadiou Str. Heraklion Crete Island

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$57 nightly

$66 total

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Heraklion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

"Nice Hotel and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

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Enorme Infinity Elounda - Adults Only

Elounda Agios Nikolaos Crete

$97 nightly

$127 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Spinalonga Fortress and Hiona Beach ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (148 reviews)

"Truely a beautiful property, great food, and atmosphere. It's was absolutely wonderful. The entire experience was wonderful"

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2026

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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Crete

Creta Maris Resort - All Inclusive

Hersonissou Hersonissos Crete Island

$199 nightly

$244 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Star Beach Water Park and Stalis ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (956 reviews)

"Nice property but overrated and dated."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

Renieris Hotel

Lofos Psathi 1 Kato Stalos Chania Crete

$55 nightly

$68 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (882 reviews)

"We absolutely loved staying here. Views, staff, food, everything was great"

Reviewed on Oct 17, 2026

Kiani Beach Resort Family

Kiani Akti Chania Crete Island

$126 nightly

$148 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury resort in Chania. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

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Mitsis Selection Laguna

Anissaras Hersonissos M

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$172 nightly

$212 total

Oct 28 - Oct 29

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (815 reviews)

"Extremely friendly staff. We were provided with fresh towels and made beds everyday! A ton of options for food and drinks as well"

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Crete?

Look up the deals from the 24 airlines that fly to Crete. Whether you want to live large in first class or save money in economy, there'll be a seat for you. Head for Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) with one of these trusted carriers:

Condor - 87 flights to Crete per month
TUI fly Deutschland - 81 flights to Crete per month
Aegean Airlines - 80 flights to Crete per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Crete?

There's one major entry point for this area — Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER). Book your flights to this popular gateway and explore all that Crete has to offer.

How much is a flight to Crete?

Loads of fabulous deals were there for the taking this week, with round-trip flights to Crete ranging between $84 and $788. But it was passengers starting their trip from Athens (ATH) who landed the top bargains. One-way flights to Crete fell to just $56.

How to book the cheapest flight to Crete?

Scoring cheap flights to Crete is as simple as booking with Orbitz. But if you'd love to make sure you're getting the best flight deals around, here are some tips your budget will love:

Depending on your departure city, click on the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). Oftentimes, other departure points offer more competitive fares.
Similarly, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link to view the fares on days either side of your chosen departure. You may be able to find cheaper flight deals if your dates are flexible.
You can also select the 'Show options' function to filter results for your preferred carrier, seating class, nonstop flights and refundable flights. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even choose the time of day you'd prefer to fly.
Reserve your airfare as soon as you've sorted your travel dates. While it does happen on occasion, airfares rarely drop in price as your departure date approaches.
Make serious savings on your getaway by bundling your flights, hotels and car rental into an Orbitz package deal. Your travel budget will thank you.
Don't travel during the busy season if possible. By steering clear of summer, school vacations and other popular dates, you can save loads on your airfares.

How long is a flight to Crete?

Your flight to Crete could be an hour or two or more, depending on where you're flying from. We've drawn up a list of three of the most popular domestic routes and flight times to give you some idea of what to expect:

Athens (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 50 minutes
Thessaloniki (SKG-Macedonia) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 1 hour and 12 minutes
Rhodes (RHO-Diagoras) to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 1 hour and 4 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Crete?

If your schedule allows, book your flights to Crete in January. This is the best month to reserve low airfares, closely followed by February and August. With a little planning, you're bound to find a cheap flight with Orbitz.

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Crete?

To pick up a fantastic flight deal, book on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Usually, these are the cheapest days to purchase airfares to Crete.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Crete?

According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to jump on a plane on a Monday to get cheap flights to Crete. Next most affordable day? Tuesday. Saturday will set you back the most. So, consider leaving early in the week if you'd love to book a wallet-friendly fare without paying premium prices.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Crete?

We won't keep you guessing — based on Orbitz data, August is generally the most affordable month to fly. Perfect for those who want to sneak in a weekend getaway or just a break from it all before the weather changes. The least affordable time to fly is the height of summer, with airfares at their highest in June.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

Life changes, and your flight should be able to as well. That's why Orbitz makes it a cinch to search for flights with free cancellation and no change fees. Just enter your departure and arrival points and then click on "Filter by flexible change policies." How's that for easy?

What do I need for the flight to Crete?

It's good to be ready for anything when going on a trip. Keep in mind the following pointers for a smooth flight:

You'll need proof of identification such as your passport. To avoid delays while checking in, make sure you book your flight tickets under the same name as your government-issued ID. It's good to have digital copies of important documents too, just in case!
Bring some extra entertainment for your long trip to Crete. If you've had enough of watching that series on your phone, give your eyes a break from all that screen time and listen to some music instead.
Cabin temperatures are often chilly enough to give you goose bumps. Pack a hoodie even if you're traveling during the summertime.

How many direct flights are there to Crete?

Your thrilling adventure is one easy plane journey away, with 229 direct flights to Crete each month. Search for your fare with Orbitz and pick up a terrific deal with Aegean Airlines, Sky Express or Condor. Other respected airlines that provide nonstop services include Eurowings, Corendon Airlines Europe and easyJet.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Crete?

There are ways of booking first or business-class airfares to Crete that won't burn through your wallet. Grab a seat at the front of the plane for less with these useful tips:

Be more flexible with your travel dates and hold out for sales on first or business-class airfares.
Low-cost airlines offer business-class seating at affordable prices. Ditch the full-service carriers and check out these cheaper options.
Bid for an upgrade. Some carriers hold online auctions that let you offer a price for a seat up the front. You may also be able to upgrade with points earned through a rewards program.

Travel tips for Crete

Acropolis is just one must-see during your trip to Crete. Reserve a car rental and enjoy the freedom of discovering this well-known attraction — and loads of others — at your own pace.
If you enjoy the action and excitement of major cities, kick off your adventure in Heraklion. This fascinating destination is the first port of call for many travelers to the area.

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Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.