Flying from Istanbul to Chania International Airport (CHQ): What you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Chania International Airport (CHQ) flying out of Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Chania is one hour behind Istanbul. Chania International Airport is located in Chania, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Istanbul to CHQ.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Istanbul to CHQ departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Chania International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Istanbul to Chania International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
On public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Istanbul to CHQ flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time performance of 76.93%. This figure shows how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
About Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Consider booking a hotel near CHQ if you're catching a late flight from Istanbul to Chania International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Travel at your own pace with a Chania International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and see more of Chania and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Istanbul to Chania International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Chania International Airport is ج.م. 4,084. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 9,608. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Istanbul to CHQ. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Istanbul to Chania International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding a cheap flight ticket from Istanbul to CHQ is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Istanbul to Chania International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul to Chania International Airport (CHQ). Visit Chania in February for a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Istanbul to CHQ flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chania, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Chania International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 15ºC.
More about Chania
Start your Chania trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Istanbul to Chania International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find plenty of terrific things to do in Chania when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Cabana Mare Beach Resort followed by Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay.
Explore more of Greece
Chania has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Greece just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres north of Chania, a visit to Athens will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Have time for another stop? Journey to Acharnes. It's about 290 kilometres north of Chania and boasts highlights including Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
