What is the cheapest airline that flies from United States to Crete?

British Airways, Lufthansa, and Aegean Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from United States to Crete

How long is the flight from United States to Crete?

The flight from United States 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 United States) to Heraklion (the most popular airport in Crete), then the flight time is 11h 05m on average. If you fly from Boston (another popular airport in United States) to Heraklion, then the average flight time is 13h 30m.

What airlines fly to Crete?

Lufthansa, British Airways and SWISS are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Crete from United States according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Crete. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Crete on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Crete?

Prices for flights from United States to Crete are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Crete?

The number of operators available for flights from United States to Crete is 10 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Crete.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Crete?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Crete can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Crete. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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2:27 pm - 12:15 pm

BOS

HER

14h 48m2 stops

3:30 pm - 1:35 pm

HER

BOS

29h 05m1 stop

$470Lufthansa

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

5:30 pm - 12:15 pm

JFK

HER

11h 45m1 stop

3:30 pm - 3:40 pm

HER

JFK

31h 10m2 stops

$488Lufthansa

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

6:55 pm - 7:00 pm

JFK

CHQ

17h 05m1 stop

5:50 pm - 3:40 pm

CHQ

JFK

28h 50m1 stop

$519Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Sat, Apr 25

1:25 pm - 7:30 am

JFK

HER

11h 05m1 stop

11:20 pm - 11:25 am

HER

JFK

19h 05m1 stop

$524Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 13

6:50 pm - 11:05 am

EWR

HER

33h 15m2 stops

11:55 am - 1:20 pm

HER

EWR

32h 25m2 stops

$527Scandinavian Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 23

6:50 pm - 10:35 am

EWR

CHQ

32h 45m2 stops

7:50 pm - 1:20 pm

CHQ

EWR

24h 30m2 stops

$541Scandinavian Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Sat, Apr 25

6:45 pm - 3:30 pm

JFK

HER

13h 45m1 stop

4:35 pm - 12:29 pm

HER

JFK

26h 54m1 stop

$547British Airways

Tue, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 22

6:02 pm - 1:55 pm

EWR

HER

36h 53m2 stops

4:35 pm - 9:58 pm

HER

EWR

36h 23m2 stops

$548British Airways

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 13

4:25 pm - 4:15 pm

JFK

HER

16h 50m2 stops

3:30 pm - 3:40 pm

HER

JFK

31h 10m2 stops

$571Multiple Airlines

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

2:22 pm - 8:35 pm

DEN

HER

21h 13m2 stops

9:50 pm - 8:33 pm

HER

DEN

31h 43m2 stops

$973Aer Lingus

Wed, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 27

British Airways flights from United States to Crete

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British Airways

Apr 7

JFK6:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

13h 45m

1 stop

HER3:30 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Apr 22

HER4:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

26h 54m

1 stop

JFK12:29 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$547

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British Airways

Apr 29

EWR6:02 pmNewark

36h 53m

2 stops

HER1:55 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

May 13

HER4:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

36h 23m

2 stops

EWR9:58 pmNewark

$548

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British Airways

Apr 7

JFK7:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

13h 10m

1 stop

HER3:30 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Apr 22

HER4:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

34h 55m

2 stops

JFK8:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$550

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SWISS flights from United States to Crete

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SWISS

Apr 7

JFK7:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 10m

2 stops

HER10:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Apr 22

HER10:30 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

34h 50m

2 stops

JFK2:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$605

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SWISS

Apr 7

EWR9:50 pmNewark

17h 45m

1 stop

HER10:35 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Apr 22

HER10:30 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

16h 40m

1 stop

EWR8:10 pmNewark

$623

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SWISS

May 9

EWR9:50 pmNewark

15h 10m

1 stop

HER8:00 pmHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

May 23

HER4:35 amHeraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

22h 35m

1 stop

EWR8:10 pmNewark

$626

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Depart

Return

Price

BostonHeraklion

BOS - HER

BOSHER

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 1/31

2:27 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops14h 48m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 2/7

3:30 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop29h 05m

$470

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/31

5:30 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 2/7

3:30 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$488

New YorkChania

JFK - CHQ

JFKCHQ

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 4/17

6:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop17h 05m

Chania Souda

Sat 4/25

5:50 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$519

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/29

1:25 pm-7:30 am

1 stop11h 05m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 5/13

11:20 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 05m

$524

NewarkHeraklion

EWR - HER

EWRHER

Newark

Thu 5/7

6:50 pm-11:05 am

2 stops33h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 5/23

11:55 am-1:20 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$527

NewarkChania

EWR - CHQ

EWRCHQ

Newark

Fri 4/17

6:50 pm-10:35 am

2 stops32h 45m

Chania Souda

Sat 4/25

7:50 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops24h 30m

$541

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/7

6:45 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop13h 45m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 4/22

4:35 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop26h 54m

$547

NewarkHeraklion

EWR - HER

EWRHER

Newark

Wed 4/29

6:02 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops36h 53m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 5/13

4:35 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops36h 23m

$548

New YorkHeraklion

JFK - HER

JFKHER

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/31

4:25 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops16h 50m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 2/7

3:30 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$571

DenverHeraklion

DEN - HER

DENHER

Denver Intl

Wed 4/15

2:22 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops21h 13m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Mon 4/27

9:50 pm-8:33 pm

2 stops31h 43m

$973

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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 United States, with most prices found around $419. If you’re not able to fly to Crete in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Crete during September average around $634.

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

The cheapest day to depart from United States 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 United States 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 United States 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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The fastest flight from United States to Crete takes 11h 30m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from United States to Crete?
Prices for flights from United States to Crete are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United States to Crete?
The number of operators available for flights from United States to Crete is 10 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from United States 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 United States to Crete.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Crete?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Crete can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Crete. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
British Airways	PriceFrom $443	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,585 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $468	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,607 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $470	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,055 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $520	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,338 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $581	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,635 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $597	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,815 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Air France	PriceFrom $638	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,507 reviews	Search Air France flights
Delta	PriceFrom $880	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,009 reviews	Search Delta flights
Aegean Airlines	PriceFrom $881	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 835 reviews	Search Aegean Airlines flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $1,056	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,440 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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