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Mykonos vs Crete in April

Crete edges it in April. Mykonos averages 15–19°C with low–moderate crowds; Crete 13–20°C with low–moderate crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Mykonos and Crete

The verdict for April

  • WeatherCrete has the better weather6/10 vs 7/10
  • CrowdsVery similarLow–Moderate vs Low–Moderate
  • PricesVery similar€€ vs €€
  • OverallCrete comes out ahead6.5/10 vs 7/10
The Mykonos windmills above the blue Aegean Sea

Mykonos in April

Season begins

Temperature
15–19°C
Crowds
Low–Moderate
Prices
€€

+Quiet and mild.

–The sea is still cold.

April starts the season, often with Greek Orthodox Easter celebrations.

Mykonos in April
Aerial view of the turquoise Balos Lagoon and beach in western Crete

Crete in April

Wildflowers and Easter

Temperature
13–20°C
Crowds
Low–Moderate
Prices
€€

+Spring flowers and Greek Easter.

–The sea is still cool.

April brings wildflowers and Greek Orthodox Easter celebrations in the villages.

Crete in April

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.

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