$492 Cheap flights to Crete

The average flight to Crete costs $164/per person and the cheapest flight to Crete is $45/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on traveling.

67% of momondo users visit Heraklion more often than any other city in Crete. When traveling to Heraklion, typically the most convenient airport to fly into is Heraklion Airport.

When visiting Crete, the majority of people tend to find Chania Old City, Nea Chora Beach and Elafonissi Beach to be the most notable landmarks in the area.

Of the 10 airlines that fly to Crete, Lufthansa, British Airways and SWISS happen to be the most favored based on our user data. Lufthansa is the most popular among the three airlines, with 35% of users choosing them for their travels to Crete.

The best day of the week to fly to Crete is Tuesday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Thursday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Saturday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to Crete.

Prices for flights to Crete refresh daily.

There are 43 operators available for flights to Crete as of December 2025.

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Crete.

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Crete may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Crete. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.