$48 Cheap Flights to Crete, IL

The cheapest month to fly to Crete is October when demand is low. Off-peak months are usually when you'll find cheap flights. To keep costs down, steer clear of flying during public holidays and school breaks.

Generally, New York, Washington and Dallas have cheap flights to Crete. However, being flexible is always key to scoring yourself a bargain. Head off midweek or during the low season to keep costs to a minimum.

You can fly to Crete directly from 150 US cities. To find a nonstop journey, check "Direct flights only" when searching for flights to Crete on Expedia. Then, compare the options and find the best departure from one of these cities:

• New York
• Washington
• Dallas
• Boston
• Phoenix

If you're eager to find cheap flights to Crete, consider traveling in the low season. Booking ahead of time is also likely to save you money. Or, fly on a different day — Thursday flights are on average 16% cheaper than Sunday departures.* Opt to receive flight price alerts on the Expedia app and you'll be notified as soon as fares fall.

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Although booking in advance is typically the best way to save money, don't panic if your Crete getaway is last minute. You can still find cheap flights to Crete, especially if your plans have a little wiggle room. Try changing your trip dates, exploring different ticket options or flying out of another airport.

Book your flight to Crete two to four months ahead if you're jetting in from an international destination. For domestic travel, the usual timeframe is 28 days in advance. Lower prices and a wider variety of departure dates, times and seating options are just some of the awesome benefits of booking early.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Sundays are typically the best day to book a cheap flight to Crete, with savings of about 8% on average compared to Fridays. If you decide to buy tickets on a Friday, be ready to pay a higher price as this is typically the most expensive day.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Crete has connections to 216 airports globally through 44 carriers, with O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) as its chief entry point. Pick from these leading airlines to Crete when booking your trip:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Delta Air Lines
• Alaska Airlines

Crete's main gateway is Midway Intl. Airport (MDW). If you're looking for more nearby choices when flying to Crete, consider Lewis University Airport (LOT), O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) or Gary, IN (GYY-Gary - Chicago Intl.). You can also fly to Crete through Valparaiso, IN (VPZ-Porter County Municipal).

You'll be approximately 25 mi north of central Crete after touching down at Midway Intl. Airport (MDW).

Book a Crete flight and hotel package deal on Expedia, and you could enjoy significant savings. It's a breeze to bundle your hotel and flight, and you can even add car rentals and tours to create your own personalized Crete getaway. Plus, there's nothing like the convenience of booking everything in the same place.

It's often possible to cancel or change your flight to Crete. Many airlines allow you to cancel your flight for free within 24 hours of booking. However, some flights are non-refundable, and airlines may offer you a credit toward a future trip in place of a direct refund. To secure affordable flights to Crete with flexible change policies, pick the "Changes included" or "No cancel fee" filters when you search. Want more information? Go to our Customer Service Portal.