Manchester, Greater Manchester to Souda (MAN–CHQ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MAN–CHQ is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Ryanair, Jet2.com and easyJet lead the route. The flight covers 1,774 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR Ryanair | 3 | 7M8 | 4h05 | – | – | – |
| LS Jet2.com | 3 | 32Q | 4h15 | – | – | – |
| U2 easyJet | 3 | 320 | 4h20 | – | – | – |
| BY TUI Airways | 1 | 7M8 | 4h10 | – | – | – |
| RK Ryanair UK | 1 | 73H | 4h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Souda from Manchester, Greater Manchester
| Metric | MAN→CHQ | LBA→CHQ | EMA→CHQ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAN | – | 44 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 3 | 2 |
| Flight time | 4h 10m | 4h | 3h 55m |
Travel Essentials
MAN: BST · CHQ: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Manchester, Greater Manchester, 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.
The Metrolink tram (Airport line) connects Manchester city centre (Piccadilly) to the airport in about 55 minutes for £4.50–£5.50, running until midnight. The dedicated rail service from Manchester Piccadilly takes only 20 minutes (£4.80 off-peak) and runs frequently from 06:00 to 23:00. Direct trains also serve Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, and other northern cities.National Express coaches connect the airport to London Victoria (3h15, from £10) and many regional cities. Taxis from the city centre cost £25–40 depending on traffic. The airport is well-signed from the M56 motorway with on-site multi-storey parking (Terminal 1/2/3 all have adjacent structures).
MAN–CHQ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAN to CHQ
Manchester Airport (MAN) and Chania International Airport (CHQ) are connected by nonstop service from Ryanair, Jet2.com, easyJet, TUI Airways and Ryanair UK. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAN to CHQ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAN to CHQ is about 4 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,774 miles (2,855 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 23 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Dublin and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Leeds, West Yorkshire (LBA), Nottingham, Leicestershire (EMA) and Birmingham, West Midlands (BHX).