Chania Airport – Everything You Need to Know Before You Travel
Find out how to get to Chania Airport, where to park cheaply and how to book your airport parking space at the best prices!
Chania Airport General Information
Chania International Airport Ioannis Daskalogiannis (CHQ) is one of the most important airports in Crete, serving the western part of the island. The airport is a popular departure point for tourists visiting Crete. It was opened in 1939 and currently offers both domestic and international flights, especially seasonal connections to European destinations.
Chania Airport contact details:
- Name: Chania International Airport Ioannis Daskalogiannis Ioannis Daskalogiannisa
- Address: 731 00 Chania, Crete, Greece
- IATA Code: CHQ, ICAO Code: LGSA - Contact:
- General: +30 28210 823 00
- Passenger Services: +30 28210 823 02
- Email: info@chania-airport.gr
- Maximum Terminal Capacity: 2 million passengers per year
- Opening Hours:
- Passenger Terminal – 24/7
Getting to Chania Airport
Chania Airport is located approximately 14 km east of Chania city centre, making it easily accessible to both tourists and locals.
Exact location of Chania Airport
- Address: 731 00 Chania, Crete, Greece
- Distance from Chania city center: Approx. 14 km to the east
- Geographic coordinates: 35°13′10″N 24°06′20″E
Options to get to Chania Airport
How to get to Chania Airport? Getting to Chania Airport is easy with a variety of transportation options.
Chania Airport Train
Chania Airport is not directly connected to the train network, but you can travel to Heraklion Train Station and then take a taxi or bus.
Chania Airport Buses
Buses to Chania Airport run regularly from Chania Bus Station. Bus lines (numbers: KTEL) run from Chania city centre to the airport, and the journey time is around 30 minutes.
Chania airport taxi
A taxi ride from Chania city centre to the airport costs between 20 and 30 euros, and the journey time is around 20 minutes.
Chania airport car hire
Chania Airport offers a wide range of car hire companies, allowing you to quickly access your car hire on arrival. Airport car hire companies are ideal for travellers who value freedom of movement.
Chania airport transfers and passenger facilities
Chania airport check-in
Chania Airport offers a streamlined check-in system, allowing you to get through security more quickly. For your convenience, check-in can be done online or directly at the airport.
Chania Airport Connections
Chania Airport has regular flights to many European cities, including Athens, London, Munich, Frankfurt and other popular tourist destinations in Europe.
Chania Airport Departures and Arrivals
Up-to-date flight arrivals and departures information is available on the Chania Airport website, where you can check your flight status.
Chania Airport Check-in
Chania Airport has one terminal, which handles both domestic and international flights.
Facilities at Chania Airport Terminal include:
- SSBD – self-service bag drop desks,
- Fast Track – fast security check option,
- VIP Lounges – for the comfort and privacy of passengers.
Services for travellers at Chania Airport
Chania Airport offers a wide range of services to make your journey more enjoyable and to help passengers prepare for their flight.
Available services:
- Restaurants, cafes, bars,
- VIP lounges,
- Duty-free shops,
- Tourist information points,
- Car rentals,
- Free internet access,
- Official short-term and long-term parking.
Free transfer from airport car parks
Most of the car parks at Chania Airport offer free transfers from the car park to the terminal and back. When booking your car park online through NextPark, travellers receive all the information about the transfer and a map of the route to the provided email address.
How to get to Chania Airport?
Getting there by car
Getting there by car from Chania Airport is quick, taking around 20 minutes from the city centre.
Parking Chania - where to park your car?
Chania Airport is gaining popularity, mainly due to its central location in Crete and its accessibility. Here are the parking options you can choose from:
Parking Chania Airport Official
The official parking at Chania Airport offers a variety of parking options that are convenient for travelers.
Parking at Chania Airport Private
An alternative to the official parking is private parking, which offers additional services such as a transfer to Chania Airport and monitored parking spaces.
How to book Parking Chania Airport near the terminal?
Booking your parking space online with NextPark is extremely simple and quick, allowing you to avoid the stress of searching for parking at the last minute.
Parking Chania Airport - Price List and Offer
Parking Chania Airport offers selected, yet widely available and cheap car parking services at Chania Airport.
The cheapest parking Chania Airport NextPark
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