Travelling from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Chania is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Brussels.
Take your pick of three weekly Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport flights. The 06:05 departure with Brussels Airlines is the earliest flight available. Brussels Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 10:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your BRU to CHQ flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Jetting into Chania (and then discovering more of Greece!) is easy with Brussels Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Brussels Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for BRU to CHQ flights is Brussels Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between BRU and CHQ include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels International Airport (BRU) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
Right now, 46 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 134 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from BRU to CHQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Landing cheap flights from BRU to CHQ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
Handy information about Brussels International Airport (BRU)
75% of flights taking off from Brussels International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Brussels International Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 20 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near BRU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
Book a hotel near CHQ if you're catching a late Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Crete Chania Airport rental car and discover Chania and beyond with your own set of wheels. Abbycar, Carwiz and Centauro are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Crete Chania Airport around four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Chania based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Brussels International Airport to Crete Chania Airport for July if you'd like to go to Chania during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BRU to CHQ in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Chania, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Athens to check off its leading sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of Greece, consider Larisa, roughly 483 kilometres north of Chania. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are key reasons to visit.