How long is the flight from United Kingdom to Crete?

On average, it takes 4h 05m to fly from United Kingdom to Crete if you fly out of London Heathrow (the most popular airport in United Kingdom) and into Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (the most popular airport in Crete). If you’re flying out of Manchester and into Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt., then the flight time is around 4h 05m.

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Flights to Heraklion

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Multiple Airlines

22 Sept

BHX

15h 15m

1 stop

HER

29 Sept

HER

28h 40m

2 stops

BHX

£99

Multiple Airlines

22 Sept

BHX

15h 15m

1 stop

HER

29 Sept

HER

27h 35m

2 stops

BHX

£103

Jet2

16 Aug

GLA

4h 20m

HER

23 Aug

HER

4h 45m

GLA

£114

Multiple Airlines

22 Sept

BHX

20h 55m

2 stops

HER

29 Sept

HER

28h 40m

2 stops

BHX

£116

Multiple Airlines

22 Sept

BRS

20h 55m

2 stops

HER

6 Oct

HER

27h 15m

2 stops

BRS

£118

Multiple Airlines

29 Sept

EDI

19h 45m

2 stops

HER

6 Oct

HER

14h 45m

2 stops

EDI

£119

Jet2

16 Aug

GLA

4h 20m

HER

23 Aug

HER

4h 45m

GLA

£120

Multiple Airlines

15 Sept

BHX

15h 15m

1 stop

HER

22 Sept

HER

27h 35m

2 stops

BHX

£121

Multiple Airlines

22 Sept

EDI

19h 45m

2 stops

HER

6 Oct

HER

14h 45m

2 stops

EDI

£123

Ryanair

29 Sept

BHX

15h 15m

1 stop

HER

9 Oct

HER

8h 05m

1 stop

BHX

£124

Multiple Airlines

29 Sept

EDI

8h 05m

1 stop

HER

6 Oct

HER

14h 45m

2 stops

EDI

£125

Multiple Airlines

30 Sept

BHX

8h 55m

1 stop

HER

6 Oct

HER

15h 00m

1 stop

BHX

£127

Flights to Chania

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Ryanair

3 Sept

EMA

3h 55m

CHQ

10 Sept

CHQ

4h 15m

EMA

£79

Ryanair

14 Sept

EMA

3h 55m

CHQ

21 Sept

CHQ

4h 15m

EMA

£88

Ryanair

13 Aug

NCL

4h 10m

CHQ

24 Aug

CHQ

4h 30m

NCL

£89

Ryanair

31 Aug

EMA

3h 55m

CHQ

7 Sept

CHQ

4h 15m

EMA

£93

Ryanair

13 Aug

NCL

4h 10m

CHQ

24 Aug

CHQ

4h 30m

NCL

£97

Multiple Airlines

28 Sept

LTN

3h 55m

CHQ

19 Oct

CHQ

45h 50m

2 stops

LTN

£100

Wizz Air

14 Sept

LTN

3h 55m

CHQ

21 Sept

CHQ

4h 05m

LTN

£100

Ryanair

7 Oct

STN

11h 10m

1 stop

CHQ

14 Oct

CHQ

16h 35m

1 stop

STN

£100

Ryanair

13 Aug

NCL

4h 10m

CHQ

24 Aug

CHQ

4h 30m

NCL

£102

Wizz Air

11 Sept

LTN

4h 00m

CHQ

21 Sept

CHQ

4h 05m

LTN

£102

easyJet

10 Oct

LGW

4h 00m

CHQ

17 Oct

CHQ

4h 10m

LGW

£102

Multiple Airlines

9 Oct

STN

8h 40m

1 stop

CHQ

21 Oct

CHQ

16h 40m

2 stops

STN

£102

Flights to Sitia

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Multiple Airlines

29 Sept

STN

29h 45m

1 stop

JSH

13 Oct

JSH

13h 15m

2 stops

STN

£193

Multiple Airlines

4 Oct

STN

12h 35m

1 stop

JSH

9 Oct

JSH

15h 45m

2 stops

STN

£208

Multiple Airlines

29 Sept

LGW

24h 20m

1 stop

JSH

13 Oct

JSH

14h 15m

1 stop

LGW

£211

Multiple Airlines

4 Oct

LGW

14h 35m

1 stop

JSH

9 Oct

JSH

17h 45m

1 stop

LGW

£213

Multiple Airlines

13 Sept

STN

20h 05m

1 stop

JSH

23 Sept

JSH

22h 35m

2 stops

STN

£228

Multiple Airlines

13 Sept

STN

20h 05m

1 stop

JSH

26 Sept

JSH

15h 05m

2 stops

STN

£229

Multiple Airlines

13 Sept

STN

20h 05m

1 stop

JSH

22 Sept

JSH

15h 10m

2 stops

STN

£233

Multiple Airlines

13 Sept

STN

20h 05m

1 stop

JSH

25 Sept

JSH

15h 10m

2 stops

STN

£235

Multiple Airlines

14 Sept

LGW

16h 25m

1 stop

JSH

23 Sept

JSH

13h 35m

2 stops

LGW

£258

Multiple Airlines

13 Sept

STN

20h 05m

1 stop

JSH

23 Sept

JSH

11h 55m

1 stop

STN

£262

Multiple Airlines

14 Sept

STN

9h 25m

1 stop

JSH

23 Sept

JSH

12h 40m

2 stops

STN

£270

Multiple Airlines

4 Oct

STN

12h 35m

1 stop

JSH

9 Oct

JSH

7h 50m

1 stop

STN

£278

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18:20 - 11:35

BHX

HER

15h 15m

1 stop

09:55 - 12:35

HER

BHX

28h 40m

2 stops

£99Multiple Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

08:20 - 21:30

STN

CHQ

11h 10m

1 stop

10:10 - 00:45

CHQ

STN

16h 35m

1 stop

£100Ryanair

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

15:35 - 21:35

LGW

CHQ

4h 00mdirect

22:25 - 00:35

CHQ

LGW

4h 10mdirect

£102easyJet

Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct

12:20 - 23:00

STN

CHQ

8h 40m

1 stop

10:10 - 00:50

CHQ

STN

16h 40m

2 stops

£102Multiple Airlines

Fri, 9 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

18:20 - 11:35

BHX

HER

15h 15m

1 stop

09:55 - 11:30

HER

BHX

27h 35m

2 stops

£103Multiple Airlines

Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

22:00 - 15:00

STN

CHQ

15h 00m

1 stop

22:05 - 00:10

CHQ

STN

4h 05mdirect

£103Ryanair

Tue, 25 Aug - Tue, 8 Sep

16:00 - 22:05

STN

CHQ

4h 05mdirect

23:50 - 01:55

CHQ

STN

4h 05mdirect

£106Jet2

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

08:00 - 13:55

LGW

CHQ

3h 55mdirect

23:50 - 01:50

CHQ

LGW

4h 00mdirect

£113easyJet

Mon, 12 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct

18:55 - 01:00

BHX

HER

4h 05mdirect

02:00 - 04:05

HER

BHX

4h 05mdirect

£127TUI Airways

Thu, 6 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug

20:25 - 09:30

LHR

CHQ

11h 05m

1 stop

09:40 - 17:40

CHQ

LHR

10h 00m

1 stop

£169Lufthansa

Sat, 8 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BirminghamHeraklion

BHX - HER

BHXHER

Birmingham

Tue 22/9

18:20-11:35

1 stop15h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 29/9

09:55-12:35

2 stops28h 40m

£99

LondonChania

STN - CHQ

STNCHQ

London Stansted

Wed 7/10

08:20-21:30

1 stop11h 10m

Chania Souda

Wed 14/10

10:10-00:45

1 stop16h 35m

£100

LondonChania

LGW - CHQ

LGWCHQ

London Gatwick

Sat 10/10

15:35-21:35

Nonstop4h 00m

Chania Souda

Sat 17/10

22:25-00:35

Nonstop4h 10m

£102

LondonChania

STN - CHQ

STNCHQ

London Stansted

Fri 9/10

12:20-23:00

1 stop8h 40m

Chania Souda

Wed 21/10

10:10-00:50

2 stops16h 40m

£102

BirminghamHeraklion

BHX - HER

BHXHER

Birmingham

Tue 22/9

18:20-11:35

1 stop15h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 29/9

09:55-11:30

2 stops27h 35m

£103

LondonChania

STN - CHQ

STNCHQ

London Stansted

Tue 25/8

22:00-15:00

1 stop15h 00m

Chania Souda

Tue 8/9

22:05-00:10

Nonstop4h 05m

£103

LondonChania

STN - CHQ

STNCHQ

London Stansted

Fri 18/9

16:00-22:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Chania Souda

Sun 20/9

23:50-01:55

Nonstop4h 05m

£106

Fastest return journey

LondonChania

LGW - CHQ

LGWCHQ

London Gatwick

Mon 12/10

08:00-13:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Chania Souda

Fri 16/10

23:50-01:50

Nonstop4h 00m

£113

BirminghamHeraklion

BHX - HER

BHXHER

Birmingham

Thu 6/8

18:55-01:00

Nonstop4h 05m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Thu 13/8

02:00-04:05

Nonstop4h 05m

£127

LondonChania

LHR - CHQ

LHRCHQ

London Heathrow

Sat 8/8

20:25-09:30

1 stop11h 05m

Chania Souda

Thu 13/8

09:40-17:40

1 stop10h 00m

£169

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Crete flights insights and trends

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What is the cheapest flight I can find to Crete?

Flights to Crete vary based on month, airline, when you book, where you are departing from and many more variables, but on average momondo users can expect to spend about £210/pp. The absolute cheapest flight to Crete is £28/pp

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Crete?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Crete is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as £356. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around £571. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Crete.

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Summary info about Crete flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	£46
Best Round-Trip Price	£99
Fastest flight time	3h 50m
Popular in	July

The best one-way flight price to Crete from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £46 (London Gatwick to Chania Souda).

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The best return flight price to Crete from United Kingdom in the last 5 days is £99 (Birmingham to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.).

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The fastest flight to Crete from United Kingdom takes 3h 50m (London Gatwick to Chania Souda).

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July has the highest demand for flights to Crete, with a 20% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Crete

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Heraklion?

The majority of momondo users who fly to Crete tend to spend time in Heraklion, which is visited 58% more often than other cities. When flying to Heraklion, the most popular airport to fly into is Heraklion Airport.

Which airlines fly to Crete?

There are 16 airlines that fly to Crete on a routine basis, but easyJet, British Airways and Jet2 happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 55% of those who searched for flights to Crete looked to travel with easyJet, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

How much are flights to Crete?

You can expect to spend an average of £221 for a flight to Crete. However, our users found flights to Crete for £32, which is the cheapest price we’ve seen in the past week. £965 per ticket tends to be the most expensive a flight to Crete will get, whereas anything for £175 or less is considered a good deal.

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

Monday is the best day of the week to fly to Crete based on flight prices. Friday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to Crete, then try to avoid flying out on a Sunday since this is when prices are at their highest.

Where is it cheapest to fly into Crete?

When travelling to Crete, Chania Souda airport in Chania offers the cheapest overall flights with an average airfare of £32, while the second most affordable option is Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. airport with an average airfare of £43 for Heraklion.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Crete?

Prices for flights to Crete were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Crete?

As of July 2026, there are 27 operators available to choose from for flights to Crete.

How old do you have to be to fly to Crete?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Crete.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Crete?

The required travel and health documents for your Crete trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Crete. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Crete?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Crete on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Crete that suits you.

Can I find flights to Crete with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Crete with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Crete?

Once you have performed a search for flights to Crete, momondo helps you find the right flight by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Crete, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Crete and alert you when they change.