Cheap Flights from Chania (CHQ) to Helsinki (HEL)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa

Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Crete Chania to Helsinki below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Helsinki Vantaa.

Chania to Helsinki: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$295
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time4 hrs
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week19

Finding cheap flights from Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa is $295. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours is the average flight time from Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa.
Finnair, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines fly direct from Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa.
As of May 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Chania to Helsinki Vantaa is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Chania Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Friday, 13 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Helsinki Vantaa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Aegean Airlines and Norwegian Air Sweden offer the cheapest flight tickets to Helsinki Vantaa.

Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is 4 hours.

  • Chania and Helsinki follow the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • Flights from CHQ to HEL start at 10:35 — the earliest with Finnair. The last departure is at 23:45 with Norwegian Air Sweden. In total, you can choose from 14 weekly Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your CHQ to HEL flight.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Getting to Helsinki (and then exploring more of Finland!) is a cinch with Finnair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

  • Finnair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CHQ and HEL:

    • Vienna International Airport

    • Copenhagen Airport

    • Wroclaw Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • $134 is the best price for a one-way Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. A return flight starts at $295. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • To get cheap tickets from CHQ to HEL, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Finding cheap flights from CHQ to HEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

Handy information about Chania International Airport (CHQ)

  • Chania International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from CHQ land on schedule 91.98% of the time.

  • Chania International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Chania. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CHQ:

Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Chania International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of Finland

  • Helsinki has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Finland just waiting to be discovered. Around 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.

  • Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.

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