Traveling from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to New York: what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4. The city is 6 hours behind Chania, where Chania International Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from CHQ to New York.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from CHQ to New York, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague Airport (PRG)
To travel to United States for tourism purposes, you will require an ETA if you hold a passport from Greece. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Chania International Airport to New York.
CHQ is around 14 kilometers from central Chania. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Chania International Airport to New York? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near CHQ:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to New York
AED 771 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chania International Airport to New York. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,851. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from CHQ to New York, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Chania International Airport to New York is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is around 24 kilometers from central New York. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour and 11 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to EWR if you have a late flight from Chania International Airport to New York. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The center of New York is located around 48 kilometers from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Once your flight from Chania International Airport to New York has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 48 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After your flight from CHQ to New York, rest your head at a hotel close to JFK. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to New York
August is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Chania International Airport to New York while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit New York, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Lock in your flight from Chania International Airport to New York for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap flights from CHQ to New York in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chania International Airport to New York, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are essential stops on your New York itinerary.
Complete your New York trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in New York and see the sights on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one go to find your ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Chania International Airport to New York.