Flying from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Chania is nine hours ahead of Denver and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your DEN to CHQ flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to check out another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Denver International Airport to Crete Chania Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a popular stop between DEN and CHQ.
Handy information about Denver International Airport (DEN)
You'll find DEN at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
80% of flights leaving Denver International Airport reach their destination on time. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of DEN.
To get to Denver International Airport from central Denver, it takes about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel to stay in before your flight from Denver International Airport to Crete Chania Airport? Check out Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. Get a good night's sleep here before making your way to DEN.
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
Book a hotel near CHQ if you're catching a late Denver International Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Crete Chania Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chania and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Crete Chania Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
From Crete Chania Airport, Chania is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Denver International Airport to Crete Chania Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Chania in March.
Before locking in your flight from Denver International Airport to Crete Chania Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chania, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DEN 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 loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Greece waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres north of Chania, a trip to Athens will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
If you want to check out another great destination in Greece, consider Larisa, about 483 kilometres north of Chania. Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are highlights.
