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Flight deals from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chania.R 1,667 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,667, select.
Chania.R 1,813 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,813, select.
Chania.R 1,856 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,856, select.
Chania.R 1,902 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 13 May, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,902, select.
Chania.R 2,001 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,001, select.
Chania.R 2,108 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,108, select.
Chania.R 2,219 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,219, select.
Chania.R 2,429 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May.One-way flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Crete Chania.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,429, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from R 4,328
May
from R 1,902
Jun
from R 2,219
Jul
from R 2,108
Aug
from R 1,856
Sep
from R 1,813
Oct
from R 1,667
Nov
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Dec
from R 3,439
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Direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania

Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Helsinki Vantaa to Chania below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Chania.

Helsinki to Chania: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,667
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week20

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania is R 3,485. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania.
Finnair, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania.
As of April 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Crete Chania is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Crete Chania Airport on Tuesday, 13 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Chania but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chania is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair and Norwegian Air Sweden offer the cheapest flight tickets to Crete Chania.

Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport.

  • Helsinki and Chania are in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

  • Flights from HEL to CHQ start from 05:45 — the earliest with Finnair. The last departure is at 19:05 with Norwegian Air Sweden. In total, you can choose from 15 weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport flights.

  • To ensure you get on your HEL to CHQ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Finnair is your gateway to exploring Chania (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Greece!). Browse the direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The majority of travellers choose to travel with Finnair on this route.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HEL and CHQ:

    • Wroclaw Airport

    • Stockholm Arlanda Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)

  • Currently, R 1,667 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,485. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from HEL to CHQ by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • October is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HEL to CHQ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport.

Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near HEL. Whether you have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near CHQ if you're on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Chania International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Abbycar, Carwiz or Centauro and find adventure across Chania and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Chania International Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.

Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania

  • From Chania International Airport, Chania is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Chania in January.

  • The warmest month in Chania is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Chania International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from HEL to CHQ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.

Explore more of Greece

  • You've done Chania, now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Journey around 274 kilometres north to Athens to check off its top sights. From Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies to Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 483 kilometres north of Chania, Larisa is another favourite stop in Greece. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

Plan the rest of your trip from Helsinki to Chania

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