Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Chania is seven hours ahead of Washington DC and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your IAD to CHQ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Crete Chania Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IAD and CHQ:
Athens International Airport
Dublin Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
287 € is the lowest price for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. A return flight starts from 669 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from IAD to CHQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Crete Chania Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Of all flights leaving Washington Dulles Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Washington Dulles Airport from central Washington DC, it takes about 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near IAD. Whether you have an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Crete Chania Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
If you're landing on a late Washington Dulles Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near CHQ:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Crete Chania Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro to explore Chania and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Crete Chania Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
From Crete Chania Airport, Chania is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Crete Chania Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chania. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Chania is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Crete Chania Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IAD to CHQ in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Chania, now it's time to explore other parts of Greece. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Athens to check off its top sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 483 kilometres north of Chania. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among the biggest draws.