Crete: by plane, car or ferry
The largest Greek island with the longest season: the sea stays above 25 °C into October. Practically a fly-only destination, with a rental car useful on the ground.
What does a trip to Crete cost this year?
The calculator compares flights from several airports, driving with real ferry prices, and shows the weather for every date.
What it costs right now
Transport price for 2 people with a bag, departing in the coming weeks, accommodation not included. Computed by our own planner from real flight and ferry prices. Values marked ~ are estimates. Calculated on 2026-07-24, check your exact dates in the calculator.
When to go
Greece's longest season: April to November. The sea peaks in August and September (over 25 °C). Save the gorges and interior for May, June or October, midsummer tops 35 °C there.
| Month | Daily high | Sea | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 25 °C | 20 °C | ~5 |
| June | 29 °C | 24 °C | ~2 |
| July | 31 °C | 27 °C | ~1 |
| August | 30 °C | 28 °C | ~1 |
| September | 28 °C | 26 °C | ~5 |
Averages from the last 8 years (Open-Meteo). The calculator shows your exact week in more detail.
How to get there
Practically fly only: Heraklion and Chania have seasonal direct routes from Prague and Vienna. The Athens ferry is an experience, but driving from Central Europe makes no sense. Rent a car there, the island stretches over 250 km.
Airports
- HER · Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion)
- CHQ · Chania International Airport (Chania)
Car ferries
No ferry needed when driving here.
Distance
1,853 km from Prague as the crow flies. The calculator computes the real route, tolls and fuel.
Tip
We compare flights to both Heraklion and Chania from several origin airports at once. Vienna is often much cheaper than Prague.
Frequently asked questions
When is the sea warmest?
The sea is typically warmest in August, around 28 °C. Daytime air averages 30 °C.
Which airports serve it?
Nearest airports: Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (Heraklion) (HER), Chania International Airport (Chania) (CHQ). The calculator compares fares to all of them at once, from Prague and Vienna alike.
Car or plane, which pays off?
Flying, no debate. The key is comparing both airports and several origins at once: Heraklion vs Chania differences run into thousands. That is exactly what the calculator does in one search.