✈ How to Get from Chania Airport to Chania Town

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OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€29	15min	24/7	Book
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Taxi	€25	15min	24/7
Bus	€4.60	45min	06:15–00:30

How to get from Chania Airport to Chania Town by taxi

Taking a taxi from Chania Airport to Chania Town is by far the easiest transfer option. The journey will only take 15 minutes in light traffic and your driver will drop you off directly at your door. Taxis in Crete are charged at a flat rate, so the journey from Chania Airport to the city centre will cost approximately €25.

How much is a taxi from Chania Airport to Chania Town?

Taxis at Chania Airport charge a fixed rate based on zones. As long as your final destination is within the city centre ring, the journey from Chania Airport to Chania should cost €25-€30, depending on the time of year.

Cost

€25

Trip Duration

15 Min

There may be a long wait for a taxi at the airport, especially during the high season.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Chania Airport.

Where do I get it from?

As soon as you walk out of the arrivals exit, you will see a line of taxis waiting. Official local taxis in Chania Airport are a blue colour with a “TAXI” sign on top of the roofs.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Chania Airport to the city centre is quick and easy. Unlike the other transfer options, taxis run 24/7, so no matter what time of day you land, you will always have a seamless transfer.

Editor’s Note

Although taxis at Chania Airport are available 24/7, if you land at a busy time, you will still have to wait in line for your taxi. To avoid this, you can book a taxi online in advance.

Useful Tips

Let the driver know that you are aware of the flat-rate fee.

Be sure to have cash in Euros, the drivers can't accept card payments.

Taxis at Chania Airport are blue with a "TAXI" sign on top.

How to get from Chania Airport to Chania Town by bus

Taking the bus from the airport is a great budget-friendly option and the services are pretty reliable. KTEL provides a regular service from Chania Airport to Chania. The buses run between 06:15 and 00:30 and take about 45 minutes to reach the centre.

How much is a bus from Chania Airport to Chania?

A one-way ticket for the bus from Chania Airport to Chania Town costs €2.30.

*Tickets can be purchased from the driver as you enter the bus or from the kiosk close to where the buses depart. The kiosk is on the right as you exit the terminal building.

Cost

€2.30

Trip Duration

45 Min

There is an average waiting time of 1 hour.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Buses are available from 05:15 until 00:30.

Where do I get it from?

As soon as you disembark your aircraft and exit the arrivals gate, follow the signs and head to the arrivals terminal exit. You will see the small bus stand right in front of you.

Convenience

Although the bus runs directly into the city centre from Chania Airport, it’s by far the least convenient transfer option. There are long waiting times which can get even worse during peak season, and if you arrive after 00:30, you’ll have to grab a taxi or book a private transfer anyway.

Timetables

KTEL Bus Timetable

KTEL Bus Prices

Editor’s Note

If you happen to arrive to Chania Airport just before a bus is about to depart, then this is a very cheap transfer option. However, if you arrive after 00:30, or when a bus has just left the airport, you may need to think about a different transfer option.

Useful Tips

You can pay for your tickets on the actual bus.

Students get 25% off the ticket price, and people with a valid disabilities card get 50% off.

Be sure to have cash with you.

If your luggage is over 25kg, then the driver may refuse to load it onto the bus.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Crete. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Edit or cancel transfers

DAYTIME

€24

NIGHTTIME

€24

Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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How to get from Chania Airport to Chania?

You have 3 transfer options when travelling from Chania Airport to Chania Town; taxi, private transfer or bus. Taking a taxi or private transfer will only take 15 minutes and costs a flat rate of about €25-€30 depending on the time of year. You can also take the bus, which is great for those on a budget as tickets cost just €2.30, but the journey is much longer than that of a taxi.

How much is taxi from Chania Airport to the city?

Taxis at Chania Airport charge a fixed fare for rides to the town. With that being said, the journey from Chania Airport to Chania should cost you around €25-€30, depending on the season. Keep in mind that surcharges for factors such as rides at night or extra luggage may apply. However, you can choose to pre-book a private transfer to secure a guaranteed set rate with no hidden fees.

How far is Chania Airport from Chania Town?

Chania Airport is very close to the city centre, only 15 km away. If you are travelling by car or taxi, it shouldn’t take you more than 15-25 minutes to reach your destination.

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How to get from Chania Airport to Chania Town by taxi

How much is a taxi from Chania Airport to Chania Town?

Cost

€25

Trip Duration

15 Min

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Chania Airport.

Where do I get it from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Chania Airport to Chania Town by bus

How much is a bus from Chania Airport to Chania?

Cost

€2.30

Trip Duration

45 Min

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Buses are available from 05:15 until 00:30.

Where do I get it from?

Convenience

Timetables

KTEL Bus Timetable

KTEL Bus Prices

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

Frequently asked questions

How to get from Chania Airport to Chania?

How much is taxi from Chania Airport to the city?

How far is Chania Airport from Chania Town?

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