Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Chania is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your IST to CHQ flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chania International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between IST and CHQ:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chania International Airport flight is RM302. A return fare right now is RM757. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IST to CHQ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chania International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from IST to CHQ.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chania International Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chania International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Book a hotel close to CHQ if you're catching a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chania International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro to explore Chania and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Chania International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Chania. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chania International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Chania in January.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chania International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Chania during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IST to CHQ in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've seen Chania. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
Around 483 kilometres north of Chania, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience major highlights starting with Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.