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Flight deals from Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira)

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Chania Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,382. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,013 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Crete Chania on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,013, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,032 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Crete Chania on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,032, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,166 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Crete Chania on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,166, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,238 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Crete Chania on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,238, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,576 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Chania on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,576, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,576 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Chania on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,576, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,576 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Mar.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Chania on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,576, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,576 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Chania on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,576, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,576 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec.One-way flight with SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Chania on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,576, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 1,708 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Chania on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,708, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 2,385 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 May.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Chania on Thu, 27 May, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,385, select.
Santorini (Thira).R 2,390 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jun.One-way flight with Aegean Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Aegean Airlines, departs from Crete Chania on Sat, 5 Jun, arriving in Santorini (Thira).Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,390, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira)

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira) flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from R 1,166
Aug
from R 1,238
Sep
from R 1,013
Oct
from R 1,032
Nov
from R 1,576
Dec
from R 1,576
Jan
from R 1,576
Feb
from R 1,576
Mar
from R 1,576
Apr
from R 1,708
May
from R 2,385
Jun
from R 2,390

Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira): Alternative routes

Compare routes from Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira) below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santorini (Thira).

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Chania to Santorini (Thira): Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,013
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira): Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira) is R 2,777. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira). But we found flights with one or more stops from R 2,777.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Chania to Santorini (Thira) is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Chania Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport on Tuesday, 20 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Crete Chania Airport and Santorini (Thira) Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santorini (Thira) but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santorini (Thira) is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Santorini (Thira).

Travelling from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know

  • Chania and Santorini (Thira) share the UTC+2 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.

  • To ensure you catch your CHQ to JTR flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Crete Chania Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CHQ and JTR:

    • Athens International Airport

    • Thessaloniki Airport

    • Bari Airport

Handy information about Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)

  • 78% of flights leaving from Crete Chania Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • Central Chania to Crete Chania Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near CHQ? If you're catching an early flight from Crete Chania Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to JTR if you're taking a late Crete Chania Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro to explore Santorini (Thira) and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Santorini (Thira) Airport about three weeks before you set off.

Getting from Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)

  • Santorini (Thira) Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • It takes around 25 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Crete Chania Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Santorini (Thira) based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Santorini (Thira) is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Crete Chania Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from CHQ to JTR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • You've seen Santorini (Thira), now it's time to discover other parts of Greece. Journey about 225 kilometres north-west to Athens to tick off its top sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're eager to discover another great destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are highlights.

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