Travelling from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport.
Chania is two hours ahead of Leeds and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your LBA to CHQ flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jet2 has direct flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Chania — and maybe even more of Greece if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Jet2 on this route.
Among carriers operating LBA to CHQ flights, Jet2 has the best track record for timely arrivals.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between LBA and CHQ include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Dublin Airport
Krakow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
R 612 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,881. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LBA to CHQ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LBA to CHQ.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
77% of flights that take off from Leeds Bradford Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach Leeds Bradford Airport from central Leeds, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near LBA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Pick up a Crete Chania Airport rental car and discover Chania and beyond with your own set of wheels. Abbycar, Carwiz and Centauro are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Crete Chania Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
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 drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Chania based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Chania is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Leeds Bradford Airport to Crete Chania Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LBA to CHQ in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of Greece
Athens is just one of the many places in Greece waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chania. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Acropolis of Athens, The Parthenon and Erechtheion.
Larisa is another well-known destination in Greece and is around 483 kilometres north of Chania. No journey is complete without visiting Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George.
