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 Newark (a popular airport in New York) to Heraklion (the most popular airport in Crete), then the flight time is 11h 30m on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Heraklion, then the average flight time is 14h 02m.

What airlines fly to Crete?

Finnair, Lufthansa and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Crete from New York according to our data. Finnair is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Crete. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 New York to Crete?

Scandinavian Airlines and Air Serbia are the most popular carriers operating 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 2025, there are 8 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.

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5:10 pm - 7:40 pmJFK-CHQ

19h 30m2 stops

10:50 am - 7:05 pmCHQ-JFK

15h 15m1 stop

$427Finnair

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Sun, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 9

6:30 pm - 4:10 pmJFK-HER

14h 40m1 stop

9:40 pm - 6:05 pmHER-JFK

27h 25m1 stop

$428British Airways

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Wed, Aug 6 - Mon, Oct 6

6:10 pm - 7:40 pmJFK-CHQ

18h 30m2 stops

10:50 am - 7:05 pmCHQ-JFK

15h 15m1 stop

$434Finnair

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Tue, Aug 26 - Tue, Sep 9

6:45 pm - 4:10 pmJFK-HER

14h 25m1 stop

9:40 pm - 6:05 pmHER-JFK

27h 25m1 stop

$450British Airways

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Wed, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 18

4:15 pm - 8:00 pmJFK-HER

20h 45m1 stop

7:55 pm - 12:50 pmHER-JFK

23h 55m1 stop

$610SWISS

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Mon, Aug 18 - Mon, Aug 25

4:15 pm - 9:35 amJFK-HER

34h 20m1 stop

7:55 pm - 12:50 pmHER-JFK

23h 55m1 stop

$622SWISS

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Wed, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 25

3:45 pm - 2:00 amJFK-HER

27h 15m2 stops

11:45 am - 3:00 pmHER-JFK

34h 15m1 stop

$661Lufthansa

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Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 8

6:50 pm - 5:25 pmEWR-CHQ

15h 35m1 stop

9:45 pm - 2:55 pmCHQ-EWR

24h 10m1 stop

$676Scandinavian Airlines

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Wed, Jul 9 - Tue, Oct 7

6:30 pm - 6:20 pmJFK-HER

17h 50m1 stop

6:45 pm - 3:40 pmHER-JFK

27h 55m1 stop

$678Lufthansa

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Thu, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 3

6:50 pm - 9:30 pmEWR-CHQ

19h 40m2 stops

9:45 pm - 2:55 pmCHQ-EWR

24h 10m1 stop

$688Scandinavian Airlines

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Condor flights from New York to Crete

Our best Condor deals on New York to Crete flight tickets

Condor

Aug 16

JFK4:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 45m

1 stop

HER5:50 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Aug 24

HER6:50 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

26h 15m

1 stop

JFK2:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$737

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Jun 20

JFK4:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 40m

1 stop

HER9:45 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Jun 30

HER10:15 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

34h 50m

1 stop

JFK2:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,129

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British Airways

Aug 6

JFK6:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

14h 40m

1 stop

HER4:10 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Oct 6

HER9:40 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

27h 25m

1 stop

JFK6:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$428

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British Airways

Aug 6

JFK6:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

14h 25m

1 stop

HER4:10 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Aug 18

HER9:40 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

27h 25m

1 stop

JFK6:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$450

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British Airways

Aug 27

JFK8:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

13h 05m

1 stop

HER4:10 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sep 3

HER7:15 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

29h 50m

1 stop

JFK6:05 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$451

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Crete?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Crete from New York, with most prices found around $844. If you’re not able to fly to Crete in May, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Crete during September average around $877.

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

The cheapest day to depart from New York to Crete is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for Crete on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $904. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,141.

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 New York to Crete in the evening for as low as $1,043. 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 in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,146. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Crete flight.

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Best Price Found	$216
Fastest flight time	11h 30m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Crete	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Crete from New York in the past 72 hours is $216. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Crete found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $427.

The fastest flight from New York to Crete takes 11h 30m

There are no direct flights from New York to Crete. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Chania Souda Airport, Newark Airport - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. Airport.

There are 3 airports near Crete: Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt. (HER), Chania Souda (CHQ), Sitia (JSH)

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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 2025, there are 8 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
British Airways	PriceFrom $517	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,008 reviews	Search British Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $606	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,623 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $670	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,290 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $682	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,387 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $733	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,139 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $845	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air France	PriceFrom $998	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,463 reviews	Search Air France flights
Aegean Airlines	PriceFrom $1,301	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 759 reviews	Search Aegean Airlines flights

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