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Travelling to Makrigialos

When contacting us please specify your preferred or nearest UK or European airport as we can advise on low cost airlines and flight times. We can also advise on car hire in Crete and arrange it for you with a reliable local company.

Most flights to Crete from the UK fly into Heraklion airport. You can also fly into Sitia airport from some airports in Europe and from Athens. Direct flights from the UK are from the following airports

Belfast, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Bristol
Cardiff
Doncaster
East Midlands,Exeter
Gatwick, Glasgow
Humberside
Leeds Bradford
Manchester
Newcastle,Nottingham
Stansted

Driving from the airports at Heraklion or Sitia, or from ferry terminals, to Makrigialos is very straightforward, along easy roads. There is no need for Satnav as we provide you with travel directions before you set off.

Car Hire There are 3 car hire companies in Makrigialos. It is advisible to book in advance.

We can arrange car hire for you with our recommended local company, Motorplan, because:

the rates are competitive
payment is only made on arrival at the airport
you will be met at the airport by Motorplan's representative and shown over the car
collect and drop off is at the airport; no standing in queues to pick up your car
their comprehensive insurance is better than most, covering tyres, windscreen and underneath the car
the village based office provides easy access to 24/7 service

European traffic laws apply in Crete so to avoid an on the spot fine please wear seatbelts and keep within speed limits. Drink drive laws are the same as for the UK.

Petrol Most hire cars take unleaded petrol but check when you take delivery. Petrol stations are usually open 7 days a week.

Car Parking There is plenty of parking in the village in designated parking areas.

Buses There is a regular service to Ieraptra (about 35 minutes) and to Sitia (about 45 minutes).