What airlines fly to Crete?

British Airways, Finnair and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Crete from New York according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 34% 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 Newark (a popular airport in New York) to Heraklion (the most popular airport in Crete), then the flight time is 13h on average. If you fly from New York (another popular airport in New York) to Heraklion, then the average flight time is 14h 07m.

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 August 2025, 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.

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8:30 pm - 10:10 amJFK-HER

30h 40m1 stop

8:50 pm - 12:50 pmHER-JFK

23h 00m1 stop

$450SWISS

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Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21

8:30 pm - 8:00 pmJFK-HER

16h 30m1 stop

7:55 pm - 12:50 pmHER-JFK

23h 55m1 stop

$461SWISS

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Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 29

7:29 pm - 3:35 pmJFK-HER

13h 06m1 stop

7:15 pm - 6:05 pmHER-JFK

29h 50m1 stop

$513British Airways

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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 10

4:00 pm - 3:35 pmJFK-HER

16h 35m2 stops

7:15 pm - 6:05 pmHER-JFK

29h 50m1 stop

$518British Airways

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Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 22

8:50 pm - 5:15 pmEWR-HER

13h 25m1 stop

3:25 pm - 4:00 pmHER-EWR

31h 35m1 stop

$540Lufthansa

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Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 19

5:30 pm - 12:15 pmJFK-HER

11h 45m1 stop

6:05 pm - 3:40 pmHER-JFK

28h 35m1 stop

$569Lufthansa

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Sat, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 21

6:50 pm - 7:00 pmEWR-CHQ

17h 10m2 stops

7:50 pm - 2:41 pmCHQ-EWR

49h 51m2 stops

$570Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 13

5:15 pm - 7:00 pmEWR-CHQ

18h 45m1 stop

7:50 pm - 2:41 pmCHQ-EWR

49h 51m2 stops

$572Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 13

6:10 pm - 7:40 pmJFK-CHQ

18h 30m2 stops

8:40 pm - 4:59 pmCHQ-JFK

27h 19m2 stops

$572Finnair

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Sun, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 25

6:10 pm - 7:40 pmJFK-CHQ

18h 30m2 stops

8:40 pm - 4:59 pmCHQ-JFK

27h 19m2 stops

$587Finnair

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Tue, Aug 19 - Mon, Sep 1

SWISS flights from New York to Crete

Our best SWISS deals on New York to Crete flight tickets

SWISS

Oct 14

JFK8:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 40m

1 stop

HER10:10 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Oct 21

HER8:50 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

23h 00m

1 stop

JFK12:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$450

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SWISS

Sep 22

JFK8:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

HER8:00 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sep 29

HER7:55 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

23h 55m

1 stop

JFK12:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$461

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SWISS

Sep 15

JFK8:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 30m

1 stop

HER8:00 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sep 22

HER7:55 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

23h 55m

1 stop

JFK12:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$476

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Lufthansa flights from New York to Crete

Our best Lufthansa deals on New York to Crete flight tickets

Lufthansa

Nov 13

EWR8:50 pmNewark

13h 25m

1 stop

HER5:15 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Nov 19

HER3:25 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

31h 35m

1 stop

EWR4:00 pmNewark

$540

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Lufthansa

Nov 15

JFK5:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

11h 45m

1 stop

HER12:15 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Nov 21

HER6:05 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

28h 35m

1 stop

JFK3:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$569

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Lufthansa

Nov 13

EWR6:05 pmNewark

16h 10m

2 stops

HER5:15 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Nov 19

HER3:25 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

31h 35m

1 stop

EWR4:00 pmNewark

$590

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Price

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

8:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop30h 40m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Tue 10/21

8:50 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$450

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/22

8:30 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 9/29

7:55 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$461

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 9/2

7:29 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 06m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 9/10

7:15 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$513

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/14

4:00 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops16h 35m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 10/22

7:15 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$518

NewarkHeraklion

EWR - HER

EWRHER

Newark

Thu 11/13

8:50 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 11/19

3:25 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop31h 35m

$540

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/15

5:30 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Fri 11/21

6:05 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$569

NewarkChania

EWR - CHQ

EWRCHQ

Newark

Fri 9/5

6:50 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops17h 10m

Chania Souda

Sat 9/13

7:50 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops49h 51m

$570

NewarkChania

EWR - CHQ

EWRCHQ

Newark

Fri 9/5

5:15 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Chania Souda

Sat 9/13

7:50 pm-2:41 pm

2 stops49h 51m

$572

New YorkChania

JFK - CHQ

JFKCHQ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/17

6:10 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Chania Souda

Mon 8/25

8:40 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops27h 19m

$572

New YorkChania

JFK - CHQ

JFKCHQ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/19

6:10 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Chania Souda

Mon 9/1

8:40 pm-4:59 pm

2 stops27h 19m

$587

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Crete?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Crete from New York, with most prices found around $369. If you’re not able to fly to Crete in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Crete during September average around $746.

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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Crete flights?

You could potentially save up to 21% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Crete flight.

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Best Price Found	$195
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 $195. The best round-trip flight deal from New York to Crete found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $450.

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 August 2025, 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
American Airlines	PriceFrom $470	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $502	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 7,224 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $547	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,317 reviews	Search Finnair flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $606	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,686 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom $638	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,465 reviews	Search Air France flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $733	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,276 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Aegean Airlines	PriceFrom $926	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 781 reviews	Search Aegean Airlines flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $928	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,457 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $957	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,983 reviews	Search Delta flights

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