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$339+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Crete

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — HER
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Crete

Cheapest flights from Chicago to Crete
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Crete. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/77:05 pm
ORD
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HER
1 stop30h 35m
SWISS
Mon 9/147:55 pm
HER
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ORD
1 stop28h 00m
SWISS
Deal found 1/27$600
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/214:20 pm
ORD
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HER
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/317:55 pm
HER
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ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$660
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/74:05 pm
ORD
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HER
2 stops17h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/145:35 pm
HER
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ORD
1 stop27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$680
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/293:35 pm
ORD
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HER
1 stop12h 35m
Lufthansa
Sat 9/59:40 am
HER
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ORD
1 stop18h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/27$709
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/82:20 pm
ORD
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HER
1 stop21h 50m
SWISS
Tue 10/208:50 pm
HER
-
ORD
1 stop27h 05m
SWISS
Deal found 1/27$720
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1810:30 pm
ORD
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HER
1 stop26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/257:55 pm
HER
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ORD
1 stop28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$725
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/1112:50 pm
ORD
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HER
2 stops25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/189:45 pm
HER
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ORD
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$750
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/189:40 pm
ORD
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HER
2 stops27h 10m
Lufthansa
Mon 5/257:00 pm
HER
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ORD
2 stops25h 55m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$760
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/910:30 pm
ORD
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CHQ
2 stops27h 00m
Lufthansa
Mon 10/199:40 am
CHQ
-
ORD
1 stop18h 15m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/27$767
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/94:20 pm
ORD
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CHQ
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/199:40 am
CHQ
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ORD
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$773
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2710:35 pm
ORD
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CHQ
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/68:45 am
CHQ
-
ORD
2 stops18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$897
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/186:51 pm
ORD
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CHQ
3 stops29h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:45 am
CHQ
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ORD
2 stops33h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$973

Find flight deals from Chicago to Crete

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$725
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$339
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Crete that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
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ChicagoHeraklion

ORD - HER

ORDHER

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

12:50 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Wed 3/18

9:45 pm-7:25 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$750

ChicagoChania

ORD - CHQ

ORDCHQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/27

10:35 pm-9:50 am

2 stops27h 15m

Chania Souda

Fri 3/6

8:45 am-6:45 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$897

ChicagoChania

ORD - CHQ

ORDCHQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

6:51 pm-8:30 am

3 stops29h 39m

Chania Souda

Mon 3/9

8:45 am-11:05 am

2 stops33h 20m

$973

ChicagoHeraklion

ORD - HER

ORDHER

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

9:00 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops58h 30m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 4/19

5:40 pm-5:01 pm

2 stops31h 21m

$975

ChicagoChania

ORD - CHQ

ORDCHQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

6:51 pm-8:10 am

3 stops29h 19m

Chania Souda

Mon 3/9

8:45 am-11:05 am

2 stops33h 20m

$997

ChicagoChania

ORD - CHQ

ORDCHQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

6:51 pm-11:55 am

3 stops33h 04m

Chania Souda

Tue 3/10

6:00 pm-11:05 am

2 stops24h 05m

$1,013

ChicagoHeraklion

ORD - HER

ORDHER

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

3:45 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sun 4/19

11:50 am-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$1,126

ChicagoHeraklion

ORD - HER

ORDHER

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/14

10:50 pm-12:25 am

2 stops42h 35m

Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt.

Sat 3/21

3:30 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop36h 35m

$1,154

ChicagoChania

ORD - CHQ

ORDCHQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/25

3:35 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Chania Souda

Sat 7/4

2:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop17h 50m

$1,245

ChicagoChania

ORD - CHQ

ORDCHQ

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/22

3:35 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop12h 30m

Chania Souda

Thu 7/2

10:45 am-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 50m

$1,270

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Reviews of airlines servicing Crete

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Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS and Lufthansa from Chicago to Crete to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,864 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,864 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,864 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,756 reviews
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,864 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerina,Sep 2025

GVA - ATH

Although the plane was half empty and the flight was late at night, we were not allowed to change seats/ use empty seats to get ourselves more comfortable, or get some proper sleep. It is really frustrating to see lack of flexibility in such a simple need.

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Crete?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Crete can take about 58h 30m. British Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $975. The distance between Chicago and Crete is about 5622 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Crete?

    The most popular flight routes from Chicago to Crete are Chicago O'Hare Intl - Heraklion N. Kazantzakis Apt., Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chania Souda and Chicago O'Hare Intl - Sitia.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Crete that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Crete flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Crete

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Crete. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest$579Average$955FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LufthansaCheapest$842Average$1,187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$893Average$1,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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