Travel by Plane
Departure Airport in Athens: You will depart from Athens International Airport, officially known as Eleftherios Venizelos. Chania Airport: Your destination is Chania International Airport, also known as Daskalogiannis Airport . Flight Duration: The flight from Athens to Chania takes approximately 1 hour.Arrival at Chania Airport: Once you land at Chania Airport, you'll be approximately 15-20 minutes away from the city center, and taxi services are readily available. Rethymno is 1.5 hour from Chania airport .You can also use local transportation to reach your final destination.
Travel by Ferry
Departure Port in Athens: Ferries from Athens to Chania typically depart from Piraeus, the main port of Athens. You'll need to make your way to Piraeus Port.Ferry Duration: The ferry journey from Piraeus (Athens) to Chania typically takes around 8 to 10 hours, but the duration can vary depending on the specific ferry and route chosen. Some ferries operate during the day, while others run overnight.Arrival in Chania: Once you arrive at Chania Port, you'll be right in the city center, making it convenient to reach your accommodations or explore the city.The distance between Soúda(Chania Port) and Chania Old Town is 5 km. The distance from Souda Port to Chania old town is 20 minutes by car and 35 minutes by bus. Souda port is 1 hour away from Rethymno.
