Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Chania is two hours ahead of Edinburgh and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI 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.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Chania International Airport. These are the top stopovers between EDI and CHQ:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Stansted Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Chania International Airport flight is ₹ 10,800. A return fare right now is ₹ 19,577. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from EDI to CHQ if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chania International Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from EDI to CHQ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chania International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Of the departures from Edinburgh Airport, 67.94% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Chania International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
If you have a late Edinburgh Airport to Chania International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CHQ:
Travel at your own pace with a Chania International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and experience more of Chania and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chania International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport to central Chania has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chania International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Chania in January.
The warmest month in Chania is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Chania International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to CHQ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 15ºC on average.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Chania, now it's time to discover more of Greece. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Athens to tick off its leading attractions. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Greece, head for Larisa, about 483 kilometres north of Chania. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.
