Crete in April is a great island to visit, but things are quite different on the island as it’s not high season yet. Here is everything you need to know if you are looking to visit Crete in April.

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The island won’t feel crowded at all in April, and you may only see a few crowds during the Greek Easter long weekend mainly in major villages and towns. All beachside areas, though, will be feel deserted and closed in April, as May is actually the month that they are opening for business. Don’t get me wrong, there is still going to be life in Chania, Heraklion and Rethymno towns but it’s going to feel deserted compared to July or August.
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How is the weather in Crete in April ?
April in Crete is pretty hot and dry. The temperature can be anything between 12-20 degrees Celsius (or 54-68 Fahrenheit) but it can feel cold, especially during the night because of the wind.
April weather in Crete is not predictable and you may definitely get rain some days but you will also get lovely sunny days.


If it’s sunny though (and mostly towards the end of April) it may even get warmer and sunnier ☀️.
April in Greece is considered spring and not summer but the weather is still better than in the major European capitals (Paris, London etc). it’s still the Mediterranean after all!
Where to stay in Crete in April ?
April is not high season and since most of the businesses on the beach side areas will probably be closed your options will be limited.
If you are visiting Crete in April, I highly recommend you stay in a big town such as Chania or Heraklion, which are the liveliest towns of the island any time of the year.
Bear also in mind that the island will feel much busier and livelier during the long weekend of the Greek Easter , as most Greeks celebrate orthodox easter and they gather to their birth places and village from the big cities in mainland Greece (mostly Athens).

What do I need to pack for a trip to Santorini in April ?
Forget about swimsuits, bikinis, monokinis, Borat-kinis, speedos, Hawaiian flowery shirts, normal t-shirts, shorts, etc. You need to pack light winter or spring clothes. You need your jackets, your sweaters and your trousers. You need your sweatpants for those hiking tours and your comfy jeans. No summer clothes at all…
Is early April a good time to visit Crete ?
April is a great time to visit Crete (as it’s every month in my opinion) but it’s not the best month if you are looking for summer weather and beach life. It is a great month to experience the lovely Greek easter celebrations in Chania αnd all over the island but it won’t feel like summer.
The seawater is cold in April because of the previous winter months.
See Also: Best Beaches in Crete you MUST visit (even if you don’t swim)Can You Swim in Crete in April ?
Unfortunately, not. You won’t be able to swim in the seawater in April in Crete and most beach businesses, shops, bars, restaurants, tavernas, beach clubs and hotels at the famous seaside towns of Hersonissos or Panormos will be closed. They usually open in early May and close at the end of October.
What things I can do in Crete in April ?
You cannot do everything you’d do during May, June, July, August, September or October as many businesses, tour operators and hotels will NOT be open. However, there are still lots of things to do on the island (and that’s the great benefit of Crete in general, as it’s a massive island that doesn’t depend on tourism only).
- Visit the amazing Crete Beaches for a walk and photos, even if you don’t swim
- Visit Knossos Palace
- Wander in the old cities of Chania and Rethymno
- Daytrip to Santorini island
- Hike Samaria Gorge
- Visit Spinalonga island
What are the flights to Crete in April?
For April here are the companies with direct flights to Crete usually (these change every year so please double-check before booking anything):
VoloteaAstra AirlinesNikiRyanairThomas Cook(unfortunately, there are usually no direct flights from outside Europe to Crete in April…you have to get off at Athens and then take another plane or ferry to Crete)
April is usually the month when the flight operators start flights to Crete (only from major European cities)What are the ferries to Crete in April?
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For the latest schedules and ferry timetables you should always check the best website for booking ferries in Greece: Ferryhopper
CONCLUSION
April in Crete is a great time to visit the island but you won’t be able to swim in the sea or enjoy the famous beach life of the island. The super cute towns of Chania and Rethymno will still be there and available for you to enjoy but the island will feel definitely much more quiet and relaxed with more locals usually around. There are still things you can do in April such as hiking the Samaria Gorge or even visiting the amazing Museums of the island and Knossos Palace. Μost importantly you might be able to catch the amazing Greek Easter celebrations in any town if you are on the island at that time. In regards to accommodation, you should definitely stay in Chania as it is the liveliest town on the island at any time of the year.
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