Travel Information

Travel Information

Travel Information for International Participants to Rethymnon, Crete

1. Flying into Crete:

  • Heraklion International Airport (Nikos Kazantzakis) (HER) is the most common airport for international flights arriving in Crete.
    • International Flights: Heraklion has direct international flights from major European cities, especially during the tourist season (spring to fall).
    • Arrival at Heraklion Airport:
      • Taxi: A quick, direct option to Rethymnon (about 1 hour 15 minutes).
      • Bus (KTEL): Regular buses run from the airport to Rethymnon, approximately 1.5 to 2 hours.
      • Car Rental: Numerous car rental agencies are available at the airport.
  • Chania International Airport (Ioannis Daskalogiannis) (CHQ) is another option, located about 60 km from Rethymnon.
    • International Flights: Chania is a smaller airport but still offers seasonal direct flights from several European cities.
    • Arrival at Chania Airport:
      • Taxi: A 1-hour ride to Rethymnon.
      • Bus (KTEL): Buses run regularly from Chania to Rethymnon (approximately 1 to 1.5 hours).
      • Car Rental: Available at the airport.

2. Connecting from Athens to Rethymnon:

If there are no direct flights to Crete from your departure city, you can fly into Athens International Airport (Eleftherios Venizelos – ATH) and take the following steps:

  • Flight to Crete:
    • From Athens, you can take a domestic flight to Heraklion (HER) or Chania (CHQ). This flight is typically about 1 hour long.
  • By Ferry:
    • Alternatively, you could take a ferry from Piraeus Port (Athens) to Heraklion or Chania.
    • Ferries depart daily, and the journey takes 6-9 hours depending on the ferry type. This option is more time-consuming but can be scenic and comfortable

3. Traveling from Heraklion or Chania to Rethymnon

1. By taxi:

  • A quick option, taking about 1 hour 15 minutes from Heraklion or 1 hour from Chania.

2. By Bus (KTEL):

  • Public buses depart regularly.
  • Travel time to Rethymnon is about 1.5 to 2 hours from Heraklion or 1 to 1,5 hours from Chania.
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Bus Transportation from Heraklion & Chania Airport to the Conference Venue:

Bus transportation will be provided from both Heraklion and Chania Airports to the Aquila Rithymna Hotel (the conference venue) on October 4th, 5th, 2025, for your arrival at Crete, as well as on 10th, and 11th, 2025, for your departure. Two buses will be available from each airport on these dates, with specific departure times to be announced closer to the event.

  • October 4th & 5th: Two buses from each airport at different times (TBA)
  • October 10th & 11th: Two buses from each airport at different times (TBA)

A transportation request form will be made available to all participants wishing to use the bus service. Please be sure to complete the form and select the departure time that best aligns with your flight arrival to ensure your spot is reserved.

Price per route: 10 € /per person

Further details on departure times will be provided soon