Travelling from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV): what you need to know
Dubrovnik's timezone is UTC+1, making Dubrovnik one hour behind Chania.
Leave plenty of time to make your CHQ to DBV flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Crete Chania Airport to Dubrovnik Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between CHQ and DBV include:
Athens International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
R 772 is currently the best price for a one-way Crete Chania Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 2,941. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CHQ to DBV if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Crete Chania Airport to Dubrovnik Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CHQ to DBV by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Crete Chania Airport to Dubrovnik Airport.
Handy information about Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
Of all flights departing from Crete Chania Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Crete Chania Airport from central Chania, it'll take 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.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Crete Chania Airport to Dubrovnik Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to CHQ:
Arriving at Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Crete Chania Airport to Dubrovnik Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DBV instead:
Explore without limits with a Dubrovnik Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, AVIA Rent or Carwiz and venture far and wide through Dubrovnik and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dubrovnik Airport around two weeks in advance.
When to fly to Dubrovnik Airport (DBV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Crete Chania Airport to Dubrovnik Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Dubrovnik in March.
The warmest month in Dubrovnik is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Crete Chania Airport to Dubrovnik Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CHQ to DBV in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Croatia
Zagreb is just one of the many places in Croatia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Dubrovnik. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Park Maksimir, Basilica of The Sacred Heart of Jesus and Zagreb Cathedral.
Split is another favourite destination in Croatia and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Dubrovnik. No trip is complete without a visit to Diocletian's Palace, Old Split and Peristil.
