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

Sitia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sitia

With a population of 8.707, Sitia 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 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Sitia has to offer.

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When to visit Sitia

Sitia in January
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sitia in January
Estimated hotel price
£35
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sitia

Plane

When flying to Sitia, you’ll arrive at Sitia (JSH), which is located 1 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sitia from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 18h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Sitia is to pick up a car hire from Rhodes, which is about 235 km from Sitia. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Wheego, among others, in Rhodes.

Plane

When flying to Sitia, you’ll arrive at Sitia (JSH), which is located 1 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Sitia from the United Kingdom departs from Manchester and takes around 18h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Sitia is to pick up a car hire from Rhodes, which is about 235 km from Sitia. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Wheego, among others, in Rhodes.

Airports near Sitia

JSHSitia

Airlines serving Sitia

Aegean Airlines
Excellent (831 reviews)
Sky Express
Good (121 reviews)
Olympic Air
Excellent (87 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sitia

Average rates range from around £71 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £189 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sitia

Most booked hotels in Sitia

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Castri Village Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Sitia Beach City Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Hotel Sea Breeze
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£43+
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LASSION GOLDEN BAY by LA WHITE
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£69+
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Rocrita Lifestyle Beach Resort
5 stars
Okay (4.5, Okay reviews)
£290+
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Hiring a car in Sitia

Expect to pay £1.54 per litre in Sitia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.38 and £24.50. The most frequently booked car type in Sitia is Compact (Seat Arona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 31% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.54 per litre in Sitia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.38 and £24.50. The most frequently booked car type in Sitia is Compact (Seat Arona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 31% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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