Flying from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.
Chania's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Chania one hour ahead of Milan.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MXP to CHQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Flying into Chania (and then discovering more of Greece!) is a snap with easyJet. This popular carrier has direct flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is easyJet.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MXP and CHQ:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Palese Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
$40 is the best price for a one-way Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $189. These prices can change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from MXP to CHQ by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of the departures from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% land on time at their destination.
Central Milan to Milano Malpensa Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near MXP:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chania International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro to explore Chania and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Chania International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from central Chania. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Chania in January.
When reserving your flight from Milano Malpensa Airport to Chania International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chania, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MXP to CHQ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chania. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 483 kilometres north of Chania. Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are highlights.