How long should I plan for a layover in Souda?

The best layover in Souda is 4–12 hours. This gives you enough time to reach the city, see the highlights, and return to the airport with buffer time.

Do I need a visa for a layover in Souda?

Souda is visa-free for US passport holders. No visa is required for a layover.

Is Souda a good layover city?

Yes. Souda scores 79/100 on the LayoverScore™, making it one of the top-rated layover cities. Explore the Venetian Harbour and lighthouse of Chania Old Town

Souda layover (CHQ). 12h. LayoverScore™ 79.

SoudaCHQ6h on the groundScore 79

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Souda

25 minutes to city center. 4–12 hours of layover time.

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Explore the Venetian Harbour and lighthouse of Chania Old Town

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How long at Souda?

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What 12 hours in Souda gets you.

Explore the Venetian Harbour and lighthouse of Chania Old Town. Walk through the covered market at Agora of Chania. Visit the Archaeological Museum of Chania in the former Venetian church.

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What 12 hours in Souda gets you.

Venetian harbour charm and Cretan sea views within easy reach of the runway.

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