Travelling from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
Chania's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Chania two hours ahead of Birmingham.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BHX to CHQ flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Jetting into Chania (and then discovering more of Greece!) is a cinch with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport.
Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between BHX and CHQ:
Thessaloniki International Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
25 € is the best price for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Return flights start from 58 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BHX to CHQ.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BHX to CHQ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHX. Whether you have an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Chania International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and explore beyond Chania's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Chania International Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport to the centre of Chania has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chania based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Birmingham International Airport to Chania International Airport for July if you want to go to Chania during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BHX 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 discovered after you've seen Chania. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions 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.