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 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Crete. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Crete on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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 18h 10m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Heraklion, then the average flight time is 19h 50m.

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 October 2025, there are 4 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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1:19 pm - 5:10 pmSNA-HER

41h 51m2 stops

1:10 pm - 6:47 pmHER-SNA

39h 37m2 stops

$481Lufthansa

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Wed, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 7

7:01 am - 5:10 pmLAX-HER

24h 09m2 stops

1:10 pm - 9:37 amHER-LAX

30h 27m2 stops

$530Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7

8:10 pm - 4:30 pmLAX-HER

35h 20m1 stop

5:20 pm - 5:35 pmHER-LAX

33h 15m1 stop

$531SWISS

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Thu, Mar 12 - Sat, Mar 21

1:19 pm - 5:10 pmSNA-HER

41h 51m2 stops

1:10 pm - 6:47 pmHER-SNA

39h 37m2 stops

$541Lufthansa

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Wed, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 7

4:35 pm - 9:55 amSFO-CHQ

31h 20m2 stops

8:40 pm - 1:50 pmCHQ-SFO

27h 10m2 stops

$590Finnair

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Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, May 5

7:10 pm - 8:55 pmLAX-CHQ

15h 45m1 stop

5:50 pm - 4:50 pmCHQ-LAX

57h 00m2 stops

$762Scandinavian Airlines

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Mon, Apr 27 - Sat, May 2

1:45 pm - 8:55 pmLAX-CHQ

21h 10m2 stops

5:50 pm - 4:50 pmCHQ-LAX

57h 00m2 stops

$766Scandinavian Airlines

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Mon, Apr 27 - Sat, May 2

1:25 pm - 4:30 pmLAX-HER

18h 05m2 stops

5:20 pm - 5:35 pmHER-LAX

33h 15m1 stop

$778SWISS

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Fri, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 21

1:00 am - 3:55 pmLAX-HER

28h 55m2 stops

4:35 pm - 6:05 pmHER-LAX

35h 30m1 stop

$823British Airways

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Thu, Apr 16 - Wed, Apr 22

3:35 pm - 5:20 pmLAX-HER

15h 45m1 stop

4:35 pm - 2:55 pmHER-LAX

32h 20m1 stop

$828British Airways

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Fri, Apr 17 - Wed, Apr 22

SWISS flights from California to Crete

Our best SWISS deals on California to Crete flight tickets

SWISS

Mar 12

LAX8:10 pmLos Angeles

35h 20m

1 stop

HER4:30 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mar 21

HER5:20 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

33h 15m

1 stop

LAX5:35 pmLos Angeles

$531

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SWISS

Mar 13

LAX1:25 pmLos Angeles

18h 05m

2 stops

HER4:30 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mar 21

HER5:20 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

33h 15m

1 stop

LAX5:35 pmLos Angeles

$778

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SWISS

Apr 2

SAN10:51 amSan Diego

23h 19m

2 stops

HER8:10 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Apr 6

HER10:35 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

22h 02m

2 stops

SAN10:37 pmSan Diego

$1,333

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British Airways flights from California to Crete

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British Airways

Apr 16

LAX1:00 amLos Angeles

28h 55m

2 stops

HER3:55 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Apr 22

HER4:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

35h 30m

1 stop

LAX6:05 pmLos Angeles

$823

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British Airways

Apr 17

LAX3:35 pmLos Angeles

15h 45m

1 stop

HER5:20 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Apr 22

HER4:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

32h 20m

1 stop

LAX2:55 pmLos Angeles

$828

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British Airways

Apr 17

SAN7:40 pmSan Diego

34h 40m

1 stop

HER4:20 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Apr 22

HER4:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

35h 15m

1 stop

SAN5:50 pmSan Diego

$1,319

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Santa AnaHeraklion

SNA - HER

SNAHER

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/3

1:19 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops41h 51m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 12/7

1:10 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops39h 37m

$481

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

7:01 am-5:10 pm

2 stops24h 09m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 12/7

1:10 pm-9:37 am

2 stops30h 27m

$530

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Thu 3/12

8:10 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop35h 20m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 3/21

5:20 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$531

Santa AnaHeraklion

SNA - HER

SNAHER

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 12/3

1:19 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops41h 51m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 12/7

1:10 pm-6:47 pm

2 stops39h 37m

$541

San FranciscoChania

SFO - CHQ

SFOCHQ

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

4:35 pm-9:55 am

2 stops31h 20m

Chania Souda

Tue 5/5

8:40 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$590

Los AngelesChania

LAX - CHQ

LAXCHQ

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

7:10 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Chania Souda

Sat 5/2

5:50 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops57h 00m

$762

Los AngelesChania

LAX - CHQ

LAXCHQ

Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

1:45 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops21h 10m

Chania Souda

Sat 5/2

5:50 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops57h 00m

$766

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Fri 3/13

1:25 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops18h 05m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 3/21

5:20 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$778

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Thu 4/16

1:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 4/22

4:35 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop35h 30m

$823

Los AngelesHeraklion

LAX - HER

LAXHER

Los Angeles

Fri 4/17

3:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop15h 45m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 4/22

4:35 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop32h 20m

$828

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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.

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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 October 2025, there are 4 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 $631	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,775 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $634	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,542 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $691	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,333 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Air France	PriceFrom $895	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,482 reviews	Search Air France flights

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