Cheap Flights from Crete Chania to Budapest

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Flight deals from Crete Chania to Budapest

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $205. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Chania to Budapest

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Chania to Budapest flights are currently cheapest in October.

Direct flights from Crete Chania to Budapest

Crete Chania to Budapest: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Crete Chania to Budapest below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Budapest.

Chania to Budapest: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$153
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time2 hrs, 22 mins
Most popular airlineRyanair
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Crete Chania to Budapest: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Chania to Budapest is $153. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 22 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Chania to Budapest.
Ryanair, Smartwings Hungary and Buzz fly direct from Crete Chania to Budapest.
As of June 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Crete Chania to Budapest.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Chania to Budapest is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport on Sunday, 18 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 22 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Budapest but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Budapest is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Budapest.

Travelling from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to Budapest Airport (BUD): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport.

  • Budapest is one hour behind Chania and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Your CHQ to BUD flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Budapest (and then discovering more of Hungary!) is a breeze with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Ryanair.

  • Ryanair is the most punctual carrier that operates CHQ to BUD flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CHQ and BUD:

    • Athens International Airport

    • Naples International Airport

    • Thessaloniki Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Crete Chania Airport (CHQ) to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • $61 is the lowest price for a one-way Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport flight. Return flights start at $153. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from CHQ to BUD by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from CHQ to BUD is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport.

Handy information about Crete Chania Airport (CHQ)

  • 78% of flights departing from Crete Chania Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Chania to Crete Chania Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CHQ. Whether you're catching an early flight from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Budapest Airport (BUD)

Getting from Budapest Airport (BUD) to central Budapest

  • Budapest Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Budapest. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Budapest Airport (BUD)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Budapest based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your flight from Crete Chania Airport to Budapest Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Budapest, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -8ºC and 6ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CHQ to BUD sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Hungary

  • Budapest has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Hungary you should also see. Around 193 kilometres east of Budapest, a visit to Debrecen will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Hortobágy National Park, Nagyerdei Park and Debreceni Zsinagóga.

  • Miskolc is another well-known destination in Hungary and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Budapest. No journey is complete without seeing Miskolctapolca Cave Bath, Bukk National Park and Diósgyőr: Történelmi Emlékhely.

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