How to get to Chania from Athens

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Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Chania

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Chania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £95.

Distance: 276 km

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£46

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£95

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10h 15m

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9h 15m

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Aegean Airlines

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The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Chania is a ferry with an average price of £46.

This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Chania:

A ferry is £49 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Chania costing on average £95.

The fastest way to travel from Athens to Chania is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Chania take longer:

Ferry takes on average 10h 15m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Athens and Chania including taking a ferry and flight.

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from Athens to Chania

How to get to Chania from Athens by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

ferry

The best way to travel from Athens to Chania is by taking a ferry because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Blue Star FerriesARIADNE
    21:009h15
    Port of Piraeus
    6:15Heraklion Port
    £301One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Blue Star FerriesARIADNE
    21:009h15
    Port of Piraeus
    6:15Heraklion Port
    £301One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Aegean AirlinesA3336
    18:050h50
    Athens International Airport
    18:55Chania International Airport
    £531One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Aegean AirlinesA3344
    22:300h50
    Athens International Airport
    23:20Chania International Airport
    £671One-way
    0 changes
  • Aegean AirlinesA3332
    7:500h50
    Athens International Airport
    8:40Chania International Airport
    £671One-way
    0 changes
  • sky expressGQ256
    21:100h55
    Athens International Airport
    22:05Chania International Airport
    £721One-way
    0 changes
  • Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)KYDON PALACE
    21:009h30
    Port of Piraeus
    6:30Heraklion Port
    £401One-way
    0 changes
  • Blue Star FerriesELYROS
    22:008h15
    Port of Piraeus
    6:15Port of Souda
    £471One-way
    0 changes
  • SeajetsCHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 1
    9:307h55
    Port of Piraeus
    17:25Heraklion Port
    £801One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Athens to Chania

Travel to Chania easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Athens to Chania.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Athens and Chania including taking a ferry and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Chania is a ferry with an average price of £46.

This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Chania:

A ferry is £49 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Chania costing on average £95.

The fastest way to travel from Athens to Chania is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Chania take longer:

Ferry takes on average 10h 15m.

The Athens to Chania distance is approximately 276 km.
The average frequency per day from Athens to Chania is:
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 5 ferries per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Athens and Chania as scheduled services by ferry and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Athens to Chania:
  • Flights mostly depart from Athens International Airport and arrive in Chania International Airport.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port of Piraeus and arrive in Heraklion Port.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Athens to Chania, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to go to Chania by ferry.
  • Travel with Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, CitizenPlane to go to Chania by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Athens to Chania with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct ferries per day with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic).
  • 5 direct flights per day with Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Athens to Chania often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Heraklion, Bucharest, Thessaloniki, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chania and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Athens to Chania, you can choose from several travel options including ferry and flight.
To fully experience Chania's rich history, stunning beaches, and vibrant local culture, a stay of 3 to 4 days is recommended.

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