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Greece's Airports Welcome Record 23M Passengers as Crete Booms

Monday, 22 June 2026/SourceGoogle News/1 min read
Greece's airports welcomed over 23 million passengers in early 2026, reflecting strong and growing demand for travel to the country. Crete, consistently one of Greece's most visited destinations, benefits directly from this surge in air traffic. Heraklion's Nikos Kazantzakis Airport and Chania International Airport are among the busiest in the country during the summer season. For tourists planning a trip to Crete in 2026, this increased passenger volume signals robust flight connectivity from across Europe and beyond, with more airlines adding routes and frequencies. Travelers should book flights and accommodations early, as high demand typically means limited availability and higher prices closer to departure dates. Arriving outside peak hours can also help reduce wait times at smaller regional airports.

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