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Hersonissos

Cheap flights to Crete from $49 One Way, $66 Round Trip

$66 return flights and $49 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.

Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13

ATH

Athens

CHQ

Chania

$66

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Sat, Jun 20 - Mon, Jun 22

ATH

Athens

HER

Heraklion

$73

Roundtrip

found 17 hours ago

Tue, Jun 23 - Sat, Jun 27

CDG

Paris

HER

Heraklion

$128

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Thu, Jul 23 - Sat, Aug 1

ATH

Athens

JSH

Sitia

$160

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Mon, Jun 22 - Tue, Jun 23

ATH

Athens

KSJ

Kasos

$187

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Tue, Jun 23 - Sat, Jun 27

CDG

Paris

CHQ

Chania

$274

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 15

IAD

Washington

CHQ

Chania

$702

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 8

JFK

New York

HER

Heraklion

$751

Roundtrip

found 7 hours ago

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

EWR

New York

CHQ

Chania

$764

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 31

JFK

New York

CHQ

Chania

$768

Roundtrip

found 7 hours ago

Sun, Sep 20 - Fri, Sep 25

EWR

New York

HER

Heraklion

$769

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 9

JFK

New York

CHQ

Chania

$773

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
ATH	Heraklion	June 12 to June 15	$75
ATH	Chania	June 14 to June 16	$116
LTN	Chania	June 12 to June 19	$128
FRA	Heraklion	June 12 to June 15	$174
LGW	Heraklion	June 14 to June 18	$225
FCO	Heraklion	June 12 to June 14	$235
FCO	Heraklion	June 12 to June 14	$235
MUC	Heraklion	June 14 to June 24	$258
FCO	Chania	June 14 to June 21	$264
FCO	Chania	June 14 to June 21	$264
ORY	Chania	June 12 to June 18	$304
MUC	Sitia	June 13 to June 15	$637

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Falasarna Bay

Falasarna Kissamos Crete Island

$87 nightly

$101 total

Jun 19 - Jun 20

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 ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (175 reviews)

"We really enjoyed our stay at Falasarna Bay. The rooms looked as advertised, very comfortable, and practical for beach goers. The hotel itself is only a 1-2 minute walk to Small/Baby beach and not too far from Big Beach. Our rooms had balcony's with an amazing view of the beach, which we spent quite ..."

Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Christina Beach Hotel

Kasteli Kissamos Crete Island

$87 nightly

$101 total

Jun 12 - Jun 13

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 Mávros Mólos and Telónio Beach are located ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)

"La suite est spacieuse et la vue est incroyable."

Reviewed on May 29, 2026

Paralos Venus Suites - Adults Only

Analipsi, Chersonissos Hersonissos Crete Island

$181 nightly

$223 total

Jun 11 - Jun 12

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Port of Hersonissos and Star Beach Water ...

9/10 Wonderful! (133 reviews)

"Amazing stay. Very tranquil property and extremely clean and well kept. Katerina was their absolute best waitress. If you did get anyone but her service was honestly subpar. And if you’re staying multiple days the menu can honestly become mundane. But there are restaurants just a quick 5 minute walk ..."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

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Athinaikon

89 Ethnikis Antistassis Street Heraklion Crete Island

$92 nightly

$107 total

Jun 19 - Jun 20

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 Heraklion Archaeological ...

7.6/10 Good! (41 reviews)

"Clean room, AC worked well and bed was comfy. Close to the port for catching ferry early and walkable to old town. We didn’t have the breakfast as we left too early, but it was available for 10 euro per person"

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2023

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

$165 nightly

$190 total

Jun 19 - Jun 20

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! (353 reviews)

"Ok stay, loo did not work buttons stuck eventually fixed after asking three times. I would not recommend this hotel for the elderly or people with mobility issues as there are numerous steps both inside and outside around the pool area and bars. Had breakfast included but not very good buffet was ..."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 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 Agia ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (71 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! (86 reviews)

"We had a fantastic stay at Artemis Village in Stavros. Our daughter absolutely loved the swimming pool and spent time there every day. The rooms were modern, spotless, and perfect for a small family – we felt very comfortable and secure throughout our stay. A special mention goes to Panos, who was ..."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

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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 Almyrida Beach and Port of Souda are ...

10/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)

"Lovely house with a private swimming pool in a great location, conveniently located near Chania. However, a car is necessary to reach the beach."

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

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Aquila Atlantis Hotel

2 Ygias Street Heraklion Crete Island

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$124 nightly

$159 total

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Total with taxes and fees

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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)

"My daughter and I stayed at the Aquila Atlantis Hotel during our visit to Heraklion. While it didn't have the unique character and intimate atmosphere of some of the boutique hotels we stayed at elsewhere in Greece, it was still a comfortable and convenient place to stay. The hotel's biggest strengths ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Peninsula Resort & Spa - All Inclusive

Agia Pelagia Malevizi Crete

$239 nightly

$284 total

Jun 26 - Jun 27

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this beach hotel in Malevizi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (468 reviews)

"The staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming, making the stay even more enjoyable. The beach was beautiful, and the facilities were very clean throughout. A truly relaxing and pleasant experience."

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

Agapi Beach Resort - Premium All Inclusive

76, Andr. Papandreou Str, Ammoudara Malevizi Crete

$357 nightly

$418 total

Jun 26 - Jun 27

Total with taxes and fees

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 ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (817 reviews)

"Very friendly staff with nice facilities. Food options are great, and properly prepared. Nice beach"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

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Elounda Mare Relais & Chateaux Hotel

Elounda Agios Nikolaos Crete Island

$383 nightly

$453 total

Jun 23 - Jun 24

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury resort in Agios Nikolaos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Alykes of Elounda and Hiona Beach ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)

"Our first visit to Elounda Mare was in May 1987, and returning again in May 2026 felt like reconnecting with an old friend. The hotel still retains its unique charm, elegance and warm hospitality that made us fall in love with it all those years ago. Everything was spotlessly clean and beautifully ..."

Reviewed on May 29, 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

$377 nightly

$447 total

Jun 10 - Jun 11

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury property in Hersonissos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (909 reviews)

"Great location, family holiday and we had a great time"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

Renieris Hotel

Lofos Psathi 1 Kato Stalos Chania Crete

$115 nightly

$136 total

Jun 13 - Jun 14

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! (848 reviews)

"Belle hotel. Seul bémol c'est le chemin pour si rendre qui est un peu étroit et au milieu de nul part."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026

Kiani Beach Resort Family

Kiani Akti Chania Crete Island

$296 nightly

$355 total

Jun 10 - Jun 11

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (724 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, waterslide, kids club, playground

Travelers say...

"Beautiful, food had lots of options. Very great for families. Water was cold but in warmer weather it could be great"

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

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Mitsis Selection Laguna

Anissaras Hersonissos M

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$300 nightly

$359 total

Jun 10 - Jun 11

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! (787 reviews)

"Overall the Mitsis Laguna is an excellent resort. It's well maintained and the staff are extremely polite and helpful making the overall experience excellent. The only point to make was the sound proofing in the bungalow that we had near the 2nd pool. We could hear the people both above and in adjoining ..."

Reviewed on May 15, 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 $66 and $773. But it was passengers starting their trip from Athens (ATH) who landed the top bargains. One-way flights to Crete fell to just $49.

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.
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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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