Travelling from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport (CHQ): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Los Angeles. Check out your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Van Nuys Airport (VNY) when planning your flight from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport (CHQ).
Chania International Airport is located in Chania. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to CHQ. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to CHQ. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
81.05% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from LAX.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
VNY is around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to CHQ flight:
About Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Book a hotel near CHQ if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chania International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and explore beyond Chania's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Los Angeles to Chania International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
R 6,162 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport. A return flight starts at R 13,474. These prices can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Los Angeles to CHQ if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Cheap Los Angeles to Chania International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport.
The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport (CHQ). July is when most people visit Chania. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in February.
Lock in a Los Angeles to CHQ plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chania to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF).
More about Chania
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chania right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Chania International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Chania itinerary.
Explore more of Greece
You've seen Chania, now it's time to explore more of Greece. Travel around 274 kilometres north to Athens to check off its top attractions. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Head 290 kilometres north from Chania and you'll find yourself in Acharnes, another well-known stop in Greece. Be sure to check out Holy church of the Twelve Apostles and Amygdaleza Airsoft Field.
