London to Souda (LHR–CHQ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LHR–CHQ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 1,639 miles in approximately 3h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways | 8 | 32N, 32Q | 3h45-4h10 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Souda from London
| Metric | LHR→CHQ | LGW→CHQ | LTN→CHQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LHR | – | 25 mi | 28 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 8 | 15 | 6 |
| Flight time | 3h 58m | 3h 46m | 3h 55m |
Travel Essentials
LHR: BST · CHQ: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 8:00 PM in Souda.
British passport holders enter Greece visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day rolling period under Schengen rules. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date with at least two blank pages. UK passports are stamped on entry and exit since Brexit.
No supporting documents are mandatory, but border officers can ask for proof of accommodation, onward travel, and sufficient funds (no published Greek minimum, but EUR 50 per day is the informal reference). The 90-day limit is shared across all 29 Schengen countries. ETIAS pre-travel authorization (EUR 7, valid 3 years) is expected to become mandatory in late 2026. Greek islands are part of the Schengen zone and count toward the same 90 days.
Direct flights from London to Athens run about 3 hours 30 minutes. Dozens of UK airports serve Greek islands (Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Santorini, Mykonos, Zakynthos) seasonally via easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2, and TUI. Greece uses the euro. No vaccination requirements. UK driving licenses are valid for car rental on the islands, though some agencies ask for an International Driving Permit. Ferry connections between islands are frequent but pre-booking in July and August is critical for vehicle transport.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–CHQ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to CHQ
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Chania International Airport (CHQ) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LHR to CHQ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to CHQ is about 3 hours 58 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,639 miles (2,638 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Vienna and Hamburg Helmut Schmidt. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include London (LGW), Luton, Luton (LTN) and London, Essex (STN).