How to travel from Corfu to Chania, Greece

The distance between Corfu and Chania is around 809km (503 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Corfu to Chania by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out ChaniaCorfu if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Corfu (CFU) to Chania (CHQ).

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    €95($95)
Operated byWizz Air+ 5 others
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Patras and then to Chania.

  • Duration17h 55m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €85($85)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Corfu and Chania

There are several options for getting from Corfu to Chania by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €64 ($64) and will take around 15h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €95 ($95).

The distance between Corfu and Chania is around 809km (503 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 583km (362 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Corfu and Chania by plane.

The quickest way to get from Corfu to Chania is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx €95 ($95).

The cheapest way to travel between Corfu and Chania is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €64 ($64) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Corfu and Chania. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Chania (CHQ). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Corfu and Chania. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Chania (CHQ). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Corfu and Chania. The ferry typically takes around 17h 55m and departs twice a week.

KTEL Kerkyras and KTEL Chanion-Rethymnou S.A run the ferry services between Corfu and Chania. Ferries run twice a week and take around 17h 55m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Corfu and Chania. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and arrive at Chania (CHQ) - via Sofia (SOF). The flight takes around 2h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Corfu to Chania. There is however a flight that goes via Sofia (SOF). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Corfu to Chania typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Corfu (CFU) and and arrive into Chania (CHQ).

The closest major airport to Chania is Chania International Airport (CHQ) (CHQ) which is approximately 11km (7 miles) from Chania. Heraklion International Airport (HER) (HER) and Kithira Airport (KIT) (KIT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Corfu to Chania. We recommend that you fly from Corfu (CFU) to Chania (CHQ). instead which will take 3h 35m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Corfu to Chania is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around €95 ($95).

How do I get from Corfu to Chania

Compare travel optionsbetween Corfu and Chania

Transport options from Corfu to Chania
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 35m
€95($95)
hourly1,264km (785 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
17h 55m
€85($85)
twice a week879km (546 miles)
Ferry and Bus15h 40m
€64($64)
once daily809km (503 miles)
Ferry to Agrinio, bus19h 40m
€120($120)
5 times a week914km (568 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Corfu and Chania

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Airports near Chania

The following major airports near Chania offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

CHQ
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
International Airport
Distance
11km (7 miles) from Chania
HER
Heraklion International Airport (HER)
International Airport
Distance
106km (66 miles) from Chania
KIT
Kithira Airport (KIT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
125km (77 miles) from Chania