Travelling from Melbourne to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Chania International Airport (CHQ) departing from here.
The timezone in Chania is UTC+2, which is 9 hours behind Melbourne. Chania International Airport is located in Chania.
Your flight from Melbourne to CHQ won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Chania International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Chania International Airport (CHQ)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Chania International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CHQ:
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Chania. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Chania International Airport, $661 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just $1,236. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for flight tickets from Melbourne to CHQ. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
Finding flight tickets from Melbourne to Chania International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
February is the quietest time to travel to Chania. Alternatively, join the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Melbourne to Chania International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Before booking a flight from Melbourne to CHQ, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chania, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Chania International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Chania
Start your Chania trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Chania International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Old Venetian Harbour, Chania Archaeological Museum and Maritime Museum of Crete are attractions you won't want to skip in Chania.
Complete your Chania trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Melbourne to Chania International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Chania. Check out the offers and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.