Travelling from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Chania is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Alicante.
Your ALC to CHQ flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Alicante-Elche Airport to Chania International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between ALC and CHQ:
Marseille Provence Airport
Geneve Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Alicante-Elche Airport to Chania International Airport flight is 66 €. A round-trip fare right now is 114 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ALC to CHQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Chania International Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Chania International Airport.
Handy information about Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Of the departures from Alicante-Elche Airport, 73.22% land on schedule at their destination.
Alicante-Elche Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Alicante. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near ALC? If you're boarding an early flight from Alicante-Elche Airport to Chania International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Reserve a hotel close to CHQ if you're catching a late Alicante-Elche Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Chania International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and find adventure across Chania and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chania International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport is roughly 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 busiest month for flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Chania International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chania in January.
The warmest month in Chania is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Alicante-Elche Airport to Chania International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from ALC to CHQ in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chania. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
If you want to check out another great destination in Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 483 kilometres north of Chania. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.
