Travelling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Chania International Airport is located in Chania. Based in the UTC+9 timezone, Tokyo is seven hours ahead of Chania.
To avoid rushing for your CHQ to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from CHQ to Tokyo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
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Central Chania to CHQ is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching an early flight from Chania International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to CHQ:
Chania International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 91.98% of flights that take off from CHQ arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to Tokyo
R 6,718 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chania International Airport to Tokyo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is R 15,302. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from CHQ to Tokyo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Landing cheap tickets from Chania International Airport to Tokyo is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices across every month and bag an epic deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CHQ to Tokyo by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chania International Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and venture far and wide through Tokyo and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from CHQ to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. After your flight from Chania International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Following your CHQ to Tokyo flight, unwind at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and be on your way in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
You can find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Before booking your flights from Chania International Airport to Tokyo, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Tokyo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Book a Chania International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Chania International Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to tick off its popular sights. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.
