Flying from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Chania's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Chania one hour ahead of Rome.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your FCO to CHQ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Ryanair is your gateway to exploring Chania (and perhaps some other great corners of Greece!). Check out the direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between FCO and CHQ:
Athens International Airport
Sofia Airport
Bari Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
R 555 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,304. These prices can change based on availability.
Book three months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FCO to CHQ.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FCO to CHQ by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Of the flights that depart from Rome Fiumicino Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Rome to Rome Fiumicino Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near FCO? If you're catching an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Crete Chania Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and explore beyond Chania's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Crete Chania Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Crete Chania Airport to the centre of Chania has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Chania in March.
Before locking in your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Crete Chania Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chania, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from FCO to CHQ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Greece
You've visited Chania, now it's time to discover other corners of Greece. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Athens to check off its popular sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 483 kilometres north of Chania. No trip is complete without a visit to Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.