Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to London: what you need to know
Approximately 4 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chania International Airport to London.
London is two hours behind Chania, where Chania International Airport is located. London runs on the UTC+0 timezone.
The most popular route is from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can choose from eight services every week between these two airports. EasyJet offers a 13:50 departure between CHQ and LGW.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CHQ to London flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can fly nonstop from CHQ to London. Choose from these arrival points when booking your Chania International Airport to London ticket:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
You'll have your choice of carriers offering direct flights from Chania International Airport to London. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from CHQ to London. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
CHQ is around 11 kilometres from central Chania. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near CHQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chania International Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Chania International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 91.98% of flights that take off from CHQ arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to London
38 € is currently the best price for a one-way Chania International Airport to London flight. Return plane tickets start at 84 €. These prices can change based on demand.
To snag cheap flights from CHQ to London, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.
The best month for landing cheap Chania International Airport to London tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CHQ to London by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chania International Airport to London by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 55 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chania International Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from CHQ to London.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Chania International Airport to London has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
The trip will take roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Following your CHQ to London flight, kick back at a hotel close to LGW. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Hop off your flight from Chania International Airport to London and head for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of London is around 64 kilometres from Stansted Airport (STN) and typically takes 1 hour to drive there.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey will take you about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Check in to a hotel near STN and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late CHQ to London flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options put comfort right within reach:
Whether you want a budget-friendly compact for solo travel or an SUV to fit the whole crew comfortably, you'll find the perfect Stansted Airport rental car for your needs. Browse the types of wheels available from providers such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
Around four weeks before your flight from Chania International Airport to London is a good time to book your vehicle from STN. You're likely to snag a better deal or even snap up an early bird discount.
Best time to go to London
Visit London in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Chania International Airport to London during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
Lock in a Chania International Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CHQ to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Chania International Airport to London, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you want to check out another side of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are highlights.