If you see “Ioannis Daskalogiannis” on the map, don’t be confused; that is Chania International Airport, or simply Chania Airport. It is the main international airport of Chania, a city on the Greek island of Crete. Car rental in Chania Airport provides you with your own transport as you enjoy your holiday in Crete to the utmost.

The airport got its name from an 18th century rebel, Ioannis Daskalogiannis. The airport handles both civil and military flights. Most flights are seasonal, but there are regular flights bound for Athens, from where you can get another flight back home.

While waiting in the airport terminal, you can use the airport facilities which have been made available for your use. Some of these include a VIP Lounge, a help desk for tourists, a bank and currency exchange, a bar, and a gift shop.

You can reach Chania using 1 of 3 ways. The first is by taking a public coach outside the airport; these don’t go inside the airport grounds, so you’ll have to walk. The second option is by taking a taxi, but you should be ready to spend around €16. The last option is cheap car hire in Chania Airport.

The trip to Chania would take you less than 30 minutes. You will be able to pass other cities, such as Aronio, Agios Nikolaos, and Aronio-Pithari. With car hire in Chania Airport, you can stop by any of these cities and explore a bit before heading to Chania.