Traveling from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ): what you need to know
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to get a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between RIX and CHQ are:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Sofia Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter Greece. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before organizing your cheap ticket from RIX to CHQ, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport is C$100. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$263. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap flight tickets from RIX to CHQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from RIX to CHQ. There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll update you when there's a change in price.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 19 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to RIX:
Arriving at Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CHQ instead:
Getting from Chania International Airport (CHQ) to central Chania
Chania International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the center of Chania. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 24 minutes.
When to fly to Chania International Airport (CHQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chania based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Riga International Airport to Chania International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Chania, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from RIX to CHQ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 15ºC on average.
More about Chania
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Chania right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from RIX to CHQ:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Old Venetian Harbour, Chania Archaeological Museum and Maritime Museum of Crete are top attractions which should be on any good Chania itinerary.
Complete your Chania trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Chania International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Chania.
