Platanias travel guide
Platanias Tourism | Platanias Guide
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 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Platanias has to offer.
When to visit Platanias
How to Get to Platanias
Plane
When flying to Platanias, you’ll arrive at Chania Souda (CHQ), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Platanias from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Platanias is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 275 km from Platanias. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record Go, among others, in Athens.
Airports near Platanias
Airlines serving Platanias
Where to stay in Platanias
Average rates range from around £64 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £110 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Platanias
Most booked hotels in Platanias
Hiring a car in Platanias
Expect to pay £1.68 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 £20.07 and £26.75. The most frequently booked car type in Platanias is Mini (Peugeot 108 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.