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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Platanias travel guide

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You're Going to Love Platanias

Platanias is a must-see destination in Crete, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Platanias has to offer.

Activities & attractions in Platanias

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When to visit Platanias

Platanias in November
Estimated hotel price
£44
1 night at 3-star hotel
Platanias in November
Estimated hotel price
£44
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Platanias

Plane

When flying to Platanias, you’ll arrive at Chania Souda (CHQ), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Platanias from the United Kingdom departs from Leeds and takes around 4h.

Car

Another option to get to Platanias is to pick up a car hire from Chania, which is about 6 miles from Platanias. You’ll find branches of Right Cars and Europcar, among others, in Chania.

Plane

When flying to Platanias, you’ll arrive at Chania Souda (CHQ), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Platanias from the United Kingdom departs from Leeds and takes around 4h.

Car

Another option to get to Platanias is to pick up a car hire from Chania, which is about 6 miles from Platanias. You’ll find branches of Right Cars and Europcar, among others, in Chania.

Airports near Platanias

CHQChania Souda

Airlines serving Platanias

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (276 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (227 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (196 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (343 reviews)
Condor
Good (323 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
Luxair
Excellent (57 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (739 reviews)
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Where to stay in Platanias

Average rates range from around £68 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £117 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Platanias

Most booked hotels in Platanias

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Minoa Palace Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£145+
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Domes Noruz Chania, Autograph Collection- Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£229+
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Cretan Dream Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Elia Agia Marina Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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Porto Platanias Beach Luxury Selection - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£113+
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Sunrise Village Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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Hiring a car in Platanias

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Platanias (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.28 and £23.03. The most frequently booked car type in Platanias is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 82% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Platanias (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.28 and £23.03. The most frequently booked car type in Platanias is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 82% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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