Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Souda, GR 🇬🇷 Medium Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
LGSA
IATA
CHQ
Elevation
490 ft
Region
GR-M
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GPS Code: LGSA
Local Code: Not available
Location: 35.5317° N, 24.1497° E
Continent: Europe
Type: Medium Airport
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Airport Routes
Chania International Airport (CHQ) offers 104 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Ryanair, Aegean Airlines, Sky Express and others. Popular destinations from Souda include Copenhagen, Brussels, Stockholm-Arlanda, Oslo, Gardermoen and Vienna Int'l (Schwechat).
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Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
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- Thessaloniki Int'l, Makedonia (SKG) new
- Paphos Int'l (PFO) new
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- London Heathrow (LHR) new
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- Berlin-Brandenburg (BER) new
- Bergen, Flesland (BGO) new
- Munich Int'l (MUC) new
- Hamburg (HAM) new
- Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) new
- Vienna Int'l (Schwechat) (VIE) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Chania International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ryanair
RYR
/ FR
|
27 | 79 | 27 | Jan 19, 2026 |
Aegean Airlines
AEE
/ A3
|
2 | 43 | 2 | Jan 19, 2026 |
Sky Express
SEH
/ GQ
|
1 | 31 | 1 | Jan 19, 2026 |
easyJet
EZY
/ U2
|
10 | 30 | 10 | Aug 23, 2025 |
Condor
CFG
/ DE
|
4 | 22 | 4 | Aug 23, 2025 |
Finnair
FIN
/ AY
|
1 | 18 | 1 | Aug 23, 2025 |
Discover
OCN
/ 4Y
|
2 | 16 | 2 | Aug 23, 2025 |
Sunclass Airlines
VKG
/ DK
|
5 | 11 | 5 | Aug 23, 2025 |
Jet2
EXS
/ LS
|
4 | 10 | 4 | Aug 19, 2025 |
Buzz
RYS
/ RR
|
6 | 10 | 6 | Aug 22, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
11/29 |
10982 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | CHANIA RDO | 563.7 MHz |
| APP | APP | 118.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| MISC | RANGER BASE | 25.24 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 35.94 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 35.94 MHz |
| POST | BULL PEN | 27.895 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.1 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Taxis are available 24/7 from the rank located directly outside the arrivals hall. The journey to Chania town center takes approximately 20-30 minutes. Fares to major destinations are regulated, but it is always advisable to confirm the price with the driver before starting your trip.
Rental Cars
Several car rental companies, including major international brands (Hertz, Avis, Sixt) and local Cretan agencies, have desks inside the arrivals terminal. It is highly recommended to book your vehicle in advance, especially during the busy summer months. Cars are collected from the airport's parking area.
Public Transportation
Public bus service (KTEL) connects the airport to the central bus station in Chania town. The bus stop is located outside the arrivals hall. The journey takes about 30 minutes. Timetables vary depending on the season, with more frequent services during summer. Tickets are typically purchased in cash from the driver when boarding.
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