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Chania International Airport (Ioannis Daskalogiannis) to Chania (Crete) — Transport Guide 2026

Chania (CHQ) is 14 km east of Chania town — western Crete gateway. KTEL bus €2.50 to Chania. Taxi €25-30 to Chania Old Town / €50-100 to west Crete resorts.

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Last updated: 2026-08

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Cheapest
KTEL bus (€2.50)
Fastest
Taxi — 15-20 min to Chania

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KTEL bus to Chania

bus · Best for: Cheapest to Chania
Cost
€2.50
Time
25-30 min
Frequency
Every 60-90 min · 06:00-22:30

Metered taxi

taxi · Best for: Direct + groups
Cost
€25-30 Chania / €50-100 resorts
Time
15-90 min
Frequency
On-demand

Rental car (on-site)

car rental · Best for: West Crete + Samaria Gorge trips
Cost
Varies by provider — check when booking
Time
15-90 min
Frequency
On-demand

Pre-booked resort transfers

shuttle · Best for: Rethymno / Kissamos / Elafonisi resorts
Cost
Varies by provider — check when booking
Time
30-90 min
Frequency
Pre-booked

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Getting out of Chania (Crete) (CHQ)

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Frequently asked

How far is Chania International Airport (Ioannis Daskalogiannis) from Chania (Crete)?
Chania International Airport (Ioannis Daskalogiannis) (CHQ) is 14 km from Chania (Crete) city centre.
What is the cheapest way from CHQ to Chania (Crete)?
KTEL bus (€2.50)
What is the fastest way from CHQ to Chania (Crete)?
Taxi — 15-20 min to Chania