Travelling from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Chania is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Newcastle.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NCL to CHQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Ryanair offers direct flights from Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Chania — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
Ryanair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With 66.67% of services arriving as scheduled, Jet2 is the most punctual carrier offering NCL to CHQ flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between NCL and CHQ:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
Currently, $29 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $204. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from NCL to CHQ.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from NCL to CHQ.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
Handy information about Newcastle Airport (NCL)
Newcastle Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart NCL land on time.
To reach Newcastle Airport from central Newcastle, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to NCL:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Pick up a Crete Chania Airport rental car and explore Chania and beyond with your own wheels. Abbycar, Carwiz and Centauro are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Crete Chania Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chania. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Chania is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Newcastle Airport to Crete Chania Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from NCL to CHQ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Greece
Chania has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Greece you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres north of Chania, a trip to Athens will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Around 483 kilometres north of Chania, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Start your sightseeing at Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.