Flying from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Chania is seven hours ahead of Orlando and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MCO to CHQ flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Orlando International Airport to Crete Chania Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between MCO and CHQ include:
London Gatwick Airport
Dublin Airport
Manchester Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight is $411. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,237. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MCO to CHQ if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Orlando International Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MCO to CHQ.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Orlando International Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Orlando International Airport, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Crete Chania Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MCO:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Orlando International Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Crete Chania Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and experience more of Chania and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Crete Chania Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Orlando International Airport to Crete Chania Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chania. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Orlando International Airport to Crete Chania Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chania, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MCO to CHQ in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Chania, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Athens to check off its leading attractions. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 483 kilometres north of Chania. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are highlights.
