Travelling from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Chania is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Chicago.
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 catch your ORD to CHQ flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Chania Airport. These are the top stopovers between ORD and CHQ:
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
Brussels International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight is 304 €. A round-trip fare is currently 680 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to CHQ if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
Handy information about Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
70% of flights taking off from Chicago O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Chicago to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near ORD. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Chania Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Explore without limits with a Crete Chania Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and see more of Chania and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Crete Chania Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Chania Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chania. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Crete Chania Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chania, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD 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 explore more of Greece. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Athens to tick off its must-visit sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of 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.