Flying from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, making San Francisco ten hours behind Chania.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CHQ to SFO flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Crete Chania Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CHQ and SFO:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Handy information about Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
When it comes to Crete Chania Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Chania to Crete Chania Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near CHQ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Crete Chania Airport to San Francisco International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Reserve a hotel near SFO if you're catching a late Crete Chania Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport around one week before you set off.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Crete Chania Airport to San Francisco International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to San Francisco in March.
When reserving your flight from Crete Chania Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CHQ to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen San Francisco, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo are among its highlights.
