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Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Major museum in nearby Heraklion with Minoan masterpieces from across Crete, including objects from Malia and other palace sites.
Take a flight from Manchester to Malia and enjoy the approximately 1836 miles (2956 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest flight runs at 06:05, the last at 10:40.
Distance 1836 miles (2956 km) |
First flight 6:05 AM |
Last flight 10:40 AM |
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Major museum in nearby Heraklion with Minoan masterpieces from across Crete, including objects from Malia and other palace sites.
Open-air museum near Hersonissos showing traditional Cretan village life through restored houses, workshops, and local crafts displays.
Compact local museum presenting finds from the Malia area and nearby excavations, useful for context before or after the palace site.
Traditional quarter with stone houses, small churches, and narrow alleys. Best area in Malia for a slower walk and local village atmosphere.
Long sandy beach backed by a promenade and resort facilities. Popular for walking, swimming, and sunset views along the coast.
Quieter coastal stretch east of town with clear water and a more relaxed feel than the main beach, good for a scenic seaside walk.
Dakos is a Cretan barley rusk topped with tomato, mizithra or feta, olive oil, and oregano. It is a staple meze that highlights local olive oil and cheese.
Gamopilafo is a creamy Cretan rice dish cooked in rich meat broth, often with goat or lamb and butter. It is served at weddings and major family celebrations.
Antikristo is lamb slowly roasted around an open fire with salt only. This mountain shepherd style is one of Crete’s most distinctive traditional meat dishes.
Established local taverna with grilled meats, meze, and classic Greek comfort food in a friendly casual setting.
Traditional taverna in Old Malia known for Cretan and Greek dishes in a relaxed courtyard setting.
Well-known restaurant in Old Malia serving Cretan and Mediterranean food with a romantic garden atmosphere.
Moderate for Crete resort areas: rooms rise in summer, but tavernas, gyros, buses, and coffee stay fairly reasonable versus pricier Greek islands.
Service may be included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Manchester to Malia flights use the Manchester Airport to Heraklion International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Malia airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Assistance, toilets.
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