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Chania Tourism Statistics: 54,027 Airbnb Stays
AirROI estimates 54,027 Airbnb stays in Chania, in the Region of Crete, Greece, in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was February. All of the Region of Crete had 6,350,600 international visitors in 2025, Bank of Greece reports.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 319,493
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 5.9 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 97%
Key facts
Chania Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- Bank of Greece puts all of the Region of Crete at 6,350,600 international visitors in 2025.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Chania at 54,027 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Chania added up to 319,493 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Chania lasted 5.9 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 67 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Chania in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by September and July, with February the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the six busiest Airbnb months in Chania ran unbroken from May to October in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Chania in August were booked furthest ahead, about 86 days, against 33 days for January, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 97% of Chania Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United States at 20% and France at 15%.
By place
- AirROI estimates Chania took 24.3% of all Airbnb stays in the Region of Crete in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI ranks Chania first for Airbnb stays among the 27 towns it lists in the Region of Crete in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit the Region of Crete?
Bank of Greece counted 6,350,600 international visitors for all of the Region of Crete in 2025. On AirROI's estimates, Chania accounted for 24.3% of Airbnb stays in the Region of Crete in the 12 months to October 2026.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6,350,600International visitors, all of Region of Crete | Inbound visits by non-resident travellers | 2025 | Bank of Greece |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Chania
Chania had 2,845 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 54,027 stays and 319,493 nights. A typical stay lasted 5.9 nights and was booked about 67 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 2,845
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 54,027
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 319,493
- Typical stay
- 5.9 nights
- Booked ahead
- 67 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Chania?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Chania in the 12 months to October 2026, then September and July. February was the quietest. The six busiest months run unbroken from May to October.
August ranks first, February last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, September, July, June, May, October, April, November, March, January, December, February.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 13.3% | 86 days |
| September | 12.2% | 76 days |
| July | 12.2% | 75 days |
| June | 10.7% | 70 days |
| May | 9.5% | 70 days |
| October | 8.8% | 66 days |
| April | 7.8% | 55 days |
| November | 5.7% | 43 days |
| March | 5.4% | 45 days |
| January | 4.9% | 33 days |
| December | 4.9% | 34 days |
| February | 4.8% | 38 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Chania Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Chania Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, nearly all came from abroad (97%), led by the United States at 20% and France at 15%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, London was the top origin city at 3.9%, ahead of Paris at 2.8%. The figures rest on 148,953 reviews, written over many years.
97% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 97%
- From within Greece 3%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Chania
How many tourists visit Chania?
The Region of Crete as a whole had 6,350,600 international visitors in 2025, according to Bank of Greece. AirROI puts Chania at 24.3% of Airbnb stays in the Region of Crete in the 12 months to October 2026. AirROI estimates 54,027 Airbnb stays in Chania in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists.
When is the busiest time in Chania?
The busiest Airbnb month in Chania in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then September and July. The six busiest months run from May to October.
What is the quietest month in Chania?
February was the quietest Airbnb month in Chania in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and December ranked 11th. Stays in February were booked about 38 days ahead, against 86 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Chania?
A typical Airbnb stay in Chania lasted 5.9 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 67 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 5.2 nights in September to 6.7 nights in February.
Where do Airbnb guests in Chania come from?
Of Chania Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 97% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United States at 20% and France at 15%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was London at 3.9%, ahead of Paris at 2.8%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. Bank of Greece counts international visitors (6,350,600 in 2025 across the Region of Crete). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds. AirROI's 54,027 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 54,027 stays at 5.91 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 148,953 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.