What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Crete?

SWISS, Lufthansa, and Brussels Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Crete

What airlines fly to Crete?

Lufthansa, SWISS and Finnair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Crete from California according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Crete. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Crete on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to Crete?

The flight from California to Crete depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Heraklion (the most popular airport in Crete), then the flight time is 16h 05m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Heraklion, then the average flight time is 18h 05m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Crete?

Prices for flights from California to Crete are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Crete?

As of August 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Crete.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Crete?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Crete.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Crete?

The required travel and health documents for your Crete trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Crete. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:05 pm - 8:25 pmLAX-HER

19h 20m1 stop

9:40 am - 4:55 pmHER-LAX

17h 15m1 stop

$501

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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 17

3:05 pm - 6:20 pmLAX-HER

17h 15m1 stop

9:15 pm - 1:05 pmHER-LAX

25h 50m1 stop

$502Austrian Airlines

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Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 9

5:30 pm - 8:50 amLAX-HER

29h 20m2 stops

7:20 pm - 1:00 pmHER-LAX

27h 40m1 stop

$568Lufthansa

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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22

7:35 pm - 7:05 pmLAX-HER

37h 30m1 stop

7:55 pm - 4:30 pmHER-LAX

30h 35m1 stop

$569SWISS

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Sat, Aug 16 - Mon, Sep 1

7:30 pm - 10:10 amSFO-HER

28h 40m1 stop

8:50 pm - 4:10 pmHER-SFO

29h 20m1 stop

$569SWISS

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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16

6:45 pm - 9:55 amLAX-CHQ

29h 10m1 stop

8:35 pm - 6:05 pmCHQ-LAX

31h 30m2 stops

$570Finnair

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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16

1:25 pm - 7:40 pmLAX-CHQ

20h 15m2 stops

8:40 pm - 6:05 pmCHQ-LAX

31h 25m2 stops

$573Finnair

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Wed, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 18

8:18 am - 5:55 pmLAX-HER

23h 37m2 stops

7:20 pm - 1:00 pmHER-LAX

27h 40m1 stop

$591Lufthansa

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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 22

3:05 pm - 5:20 pmSFO-HER

16h 15m1 stop

7:50 pm - 12:50 pmHER-SFO

27h 00m1 stop

$812Air France

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Sat, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 31

3:05 pm - 5:20 pmSFO-HER

16h 15m1 stop

7:50 pm - 12:50 pmHER-SFO

27h 00m1 stop

$813Air France

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Sat, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 31

Austrian Airlines flights from California to Crete

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Austrian Airlines

Sep 3

LAX3:05 pmLos Angeles

17h 15m

1 stop

HER6:20 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sep 9

HER9:15 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

25h 50m

1 stop

LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles

$502

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Austrian Airlines

Sep 3

LAX3:05 pmLos Angeles

17h 15m

1 stop

HER6:20 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sep 9

HER9:15 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

31h 25m

2 stops

LAX6:40 pmLos Angeles

$504

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Austrian Airlines

Sep 16

LAX3:05 pmLos Angeles

18h 45m

1 stop

HER7:50 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sep 24

HER8:40 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

26h 25m

1 stop

LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles

$533

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British Airways flights from California to Crete

Our best British Airways deals on California to Crete flight tickets

British Airways

Sep 29

LAX8:05 pmLos Angeles

33h 30m

1 stop

HER3:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Oct 8

HER4:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

32h 20m

1 stop

LAX2:55 pmLos Angeles

$565

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British Airways

Oct 1

LAX8:05 pmLos Angeles

31h 50m

1 stop

HER1:55 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Oct 8

HER4:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

35h 00m

1 stop

LAX5:35 pmLos Angeles

$570

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British Airways

Sep 10

LAX8:05 pmLos Angeles

35h 30m

1 stop

CHQ5:35 pmChania Souda

Sep 18

CHQ6:45 pmChania Souda

33h 20m

1 stop

LAX6:05 pmLos Angeles

$582

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Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Mon 9/8

3:05 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 9/17

9:40 am-4:55 pm

1 stop17h 15m

$501

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

3:05 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 9/9

9:15 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$502

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

5:30 pm-8:50 am

2 stops29h 20m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 9/22

7:20 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$568

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Sat 8/16

7:35 pm-7:05 pm

1 stop37h 30m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 9/1

7:55 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop30h 35m

$569

San FranciscoHeraklion

SFO - HER

SFOHER

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

7:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop28h 40m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 9/16

8:50 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop29h 20m

$569

Los AngelesChania

LAX - CHQ

LAXCHQ

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

6:45 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 10m

Chania Souda

Tue 9/16

8:35 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$570

Los AngelesChania

LAX - CHQ

LAXCHQ

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

1:25 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Chania Souda

Thu 9/18

8:40 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops31h 25m

$573

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

8:18 am-5:55 pm

2 stops23h 37m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 9/22

7:20 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$591

San FranciscoHeraklion

SFO - HER

SFOHER

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

3:05 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 8/31

7:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$812

San FranciscoHeraklion

SFO - HER

SFOHER

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

3:05 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 8/31

7:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop27h 00m

$813

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Crete?

The cheapest day to depart from California to Crete is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Crete on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $866. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,674.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Crete?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Crete is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Crete in the evening for as low as $780. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $1,674. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Can stopping save me money on California to Crete flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Crete flight.

Cheap California to Crete flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$278
Fastest flight time	15h 55m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Crete	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Crete from California in the past 72 hours is $278. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Crete found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $501.

The fastest flight from California to Crete takes 15h 55m

There are no direct flights from California to Crete. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Los Angeles Airport - Chania Souda Airport, Los Angeles Airport - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport and Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport.

There are 2 airports near Crete: Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER), Chania Souda (CHQ)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Crete?
Prices for flights from California to Crete are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Crete?
As of August 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Crete.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Crete?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Crete.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Crete?
The required travel and health documents for your Crete trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Crete. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Crete

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
SWISS	PriceFrom $554	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $588	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $645	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $656	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,316 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Air France	PriceFrom $895	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights

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