Chania International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 21m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Chania International Airport
Chania International Airport "Daskalogiannis" is an international airport located near Souda Bay on the Akrotiri peninsula of the Greek island of Crete, serving the city of Chania, 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) away. It is a gateway to western Crete for an increasing number of tourists. The airport is named after Daskalogiannis, a Cretan rebel against Ottoman rule in the 18th century, and is a joint civil–military airport. It is the sixth-busiest airport in Greece.
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Live weather
LGSALive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 10,982 ft / 3,347 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | CHANIA RDO | 563.700 MHz |
| APP | APP | 118.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| MISC | RANGER BASE | 25.240 MHz |
| OPS | BASE OPS | 35.940 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 35.940 MHz |
| POST | BULL PEN | 27.895 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.100 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MCTR CHANIA | Class D | CTR | GND | 5000 ft MSL |
| MTMA SOUDA | Class E | Controlled | 1000 ft GND | FL195 |
| LG-C101 A2 | Special use | Danger | 0 ft MSL | FL250 |
| LG-C101 A | Special use | Danger | GND | FL999 |
| LG-C101 B | Special use | Danger | GND | FL999 |
| FIR LGGG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL245 |
| LG-C101 C | Special use | Danger | GND | FL999 |
| MATZ CHANIA | Special use | ATZ | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Greece airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Chania International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Chania International Airport?
The ICAO code for Chania International Airport is LGSA, and its IATA code is CHQ.
Where is Chania International Airport located?
Chania International Airport is large airport located in Souda, Greece, at an elevation of 490 ft (149 m).
How many runways does Chania International Airport have?
Chania International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,982 ft / 3,347 m.
Which airlines fly to Chania International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Chania International Airport include Aegean Airlines, Air Berlin, Austrian Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Harmony Airways, Niki, among 12 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Chania International Airport?
Historical data lists 36 nonstop destinations from Chania International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Chania International Airport in?
Chania International Airport is in the Europe/Athens time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Chania International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Chania International Airport is approximately 4.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Chania International Airport?
The nearest airport to Chania International Airport is Maleme Air Base (GR-0011), about 15.5 nm to the w, followed by Tympaki Air Base and Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Chania International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.