What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Crete?

SWISS, Lufthansa, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Crete

What airlines fly to Crete?

Lufthansa, British Airways and Finnair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Crete from New York according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 29% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Crete. Keep in mind that there are 9 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 New York to Crete?

The flight from New York to Crete depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from New York (a popular airport in New York) to Heraklion (the most popular airport in Crete), then the flight time is 12h 27m on average. If you fly from Newark (another popular airport in New York) to Heraklion, then the average flight time is 13h 40m.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Crete were last updated today.

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

As of June 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Crete.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Crete?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York 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.

$225 Cheap Flights from New York to Crete in 2026

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5:45 pm - 10:35 am

EWR

CHQ

33h 50m

2 stops

9:45 pm - 1:15 pm

CHQ

EWR

46h 30m

2 stops

$642Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 15

5:45 pm - 10:35 am

EWR

CHQ

33h 50m

2 stops

9:45 pm - 1:15 pm

CHQ

EWR

46h 30m

2 stops

$643Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 15

5:40 pm - 8:25 pm

EWR

HER

19h 45m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 1:55 pm

HER

EWR

23h 40m

1 stop

$726Austrian Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Sep 8

9:45 pm - 8:00 pm

EWR

CHQ

15h 15m

1 stop

8:45 pm - 8:15 pm

CHQ

EWR

30h 30m

1 stop

$737SWISS

Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31

9:45 pm - 9:40 am

EWR

HER

28h 55m

1 stop

7:55 pm - 8:15 pm

HER

EWR

31h 20m

1 stop

$738SWISS

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 31

5:40 pm - 7:50 pm

EWR

HER

19h 10m

1 stop

9:15 pm - 1:55 pm

HER

EWR

23h 40m

1 stop

$739Austrian Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 8

5:30 pm - 12:35 pm

JFK

HER

12h 05m

1 stop

9:40 am - 8:05 pm

HER

JFK

17h 25m

1 stop

$905Lufthansa

Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 29

3:40 pm - 5:45 pm

JFK

HER

19h 05m

2 stops

7:00 pm - 8:05 pm

HER

JFK

32h 05m

2 stops

$907Lufthansa

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

5:59 pm - 5:45 pm

LGA

CHQ

16h 46m

2 stops

3:40 pm - 7:14 am

CHQ

LGA

22h 34m

2 stops

$951British Airways

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 7

9:18 pm - 5:45 pm

LGA

CHQ

37h 27m

2 stops

4:10 pm - 7:16 am

CHQ

LGA

22h 06m

2 stops

$961British Airways

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 8

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SWISS flights from New York to Crete

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SWISS

Aug 16

EWR9:45 pmNewark

15h 15m

1 stop

CHQ8:00 pmChania Souda

Aug 31

CHQ8:45 pmChania Souda

30h 30m

1 stop

EWR8:15 pmNewark

$737

SWISS

Aug 17

EWR9:45 pmNewark

28h 55m

1 stop

HER9:40 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Aug 31

HER7:55 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

31h 20m

1 stop

EWR8:15 pmNewark

$738

SWISS

Aug 26

EWR9:45 pmNewark

28h 50m

1 stop

HER9:35 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sep 4

HER10:25 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

16h 50m

1 stop

EWR8:15 pmNewark

$741

Lufthansa flights from New York to Crete

Our best Lufthansa deals on New York to Crete flight tickets

Lufthansa

Aug 21

JFK5:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

12h 05m

1 stop

HER12:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Aug 29

HER9:40 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

17h 25m

1 stop

JFK8:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$905

Lufthansa

Aug 24

JFK3:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 05m

2 stops

HER5:45 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Aug 31

HER7:00 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

32h 05m

2 stops

JFK8:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$907

Lufthansa

Jul 7

EWR8:30 pmNewark

13h 40m

1 stop

HER5:10 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Jul 21

HER6:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

31h 10m

1 stop

EWR6:45 pmNewark

$912

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EWR - CHQ

EWRCHQ

Newark

Fri 9/4

5:45 pm-10:35 am

2 stops33h 50m

Chania Souda

Tue 9/15

9:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops46h 30m

$642

NewarkChania

EWR - CHQ

EWRCHQ

Newark

Fri 9/4

5:45 pm-10:35 am

2 stops33h 50m

Chania Souda

Tue 9/15

9:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops46h 30m

$643

NewarkHeraklion

EWR - HER

EWRHER

Newark

Mon 8/17

5:40 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 9/8

9:15 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$726

NewarkChania

EWR - CHQ

EWRCHQ

Newark

Sun 8/16

9:45 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Chania Souda

Mon 8/31

8:45 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop30h 30m

$737

NewarkHeraklion

EWR - HER

EWRHER

Newark

Mon 8/17

9:45 pm-9:40 am

1 stop28h 55m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 8/31

7:55 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop31h 20m

$738

NewarkHeraklion

EWR - HER

EWRHER

Newark

Tue 8/18

5:40 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 9/8

9:15 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$739

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New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 8/21

5:30 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 8/29

9:40 am-8:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$905

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/24

3:40 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops19h 05m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 8/31

7:00 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$907

New YorkChania

LGA - CHQ

LGACHQ

New York LaGuardia

Wed 8/26

5:59 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops16h 46m

Chania Souda

Mon 9/7

3:40 pm-7:14 am

2 stops22h 34m

$951

New YorkChania

LGA - CHQ

LGACHQ

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/18

9:18 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops37h 27m

Chania Souda

Tue 9/8

4:10 pm-7:16 am

2 stops22h 06m

$961

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Crete?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Crete from New York, with most prices found around $331. If you’re not able to fly to Crete in August, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Crete during October average around $339.

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You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Crete flight.

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Fastest flight time	11h 05m
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The fastest flight from New York to Crete takes 11h 05m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Crete

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Crete?
Prices for flights from New York to Crete were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Crete?
As of June 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from New York to Crete.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Crete?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from New York 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 New York to Crete

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Aegean Airlines	PriceFrom $430	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 883 reviews	Search Aegean Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $469	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,072 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $470	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,757 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,415 reviews	Search Finnair flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $601	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,972 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom $638	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,614 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $641	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,095 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $955	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,600 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Delta	PriceFrom $972	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,440 reviews	Search Delta flights

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