Cheap flights to Crete from £897

Flights from London (All airports) to Crete – 4 hours 10 minutes Flights from Manchester to Crete – 4 hours 30 minutes Flights from Birmingham to Crete – 4 hours 25 minutes Flights from Glasgow to Crete – 4 hours 55 minutes

Ryanair, Jet2, Thompson and British Airways all operate flights to Crete, with Ryanair primarily the cheapest of the lot. Jet2 also offer competitive prices on flights to Crete, but Ryanair dominate as a budget airline. However, during the summer Ryanair also charge excessive prices for checked in luggage, meaning you’ll be paying a premium for a low allowance. Bare that in mind when booking your flights to Crete and compare a couple of different airlines together to find the best price for your flight tickets.

One of the most convenient ways to get to the city is to jump on one of the many public buses from the airport. Bus number 78 goes straight from Heraklion airport to the city, and shuttles run as frequently as every few minutes for most of the day. You can also opt to get a taxi from outside the airport, although this will be pricey compared to the bus. That said, if there are a few of you travelling that can split the fare, a taxi can be a great choice to quickly get to your hotel. You could also hire a car from the airport, although unless you plan on driving around the different towns Crete has to offer then this could be more of a burden than helpful.

To get the most out of your money, Crete is a fantastic option, featuring in the top 10 countries for value for money. With so many Greek islands to choose from, it can sometimes be difficult to find which is best for you. You can’t go wrong with Crete, especially as its voted as one of the best islands Greece has to offer. If you’re the kind of person who likes to celebrate different festivals, Crete should be on your list of places to visit. It hosts tons of festivals and events throughout the year.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Crete on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Ryanair is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Crete.

Chania Souda Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Crete. One-way flights to Chania Souda Airport typically cost £32, while return flights cost around £35.

A return flight to Crete will typically cost around £114, however they can be found for as little as £59.

For those looking to save time traveling to Crete, London offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 45 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Helen`s Luxury Apartment is the closest property to Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport (0.0 mi away from Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport).