- Must visit
Acropolis Museum
World-class museum for Acropolis finds, with superb archaic sculptures and Parthenon marbles displayed in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
zł220
Average price
zł348
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Ferries per day
8
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Thira) National Airport to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santorini (Thira) National Airport to Athens will cost around zł348 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł220.
Of the 8 ferries that leave Santorini (Thira) National Airport for Athens on Tue, Aug 04, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct ferries cover the 233 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
DIONISIOS SOLOMOS
BLUE STAR DELOS
BLUE STAR 1
GOLDEN PRINCESS
EUROCHAMPION JET
OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET
WORLDCHAMPION JET
EUROCHAMPION JET
EUROCHAMPION JET 2
GOLDEN PRINCESSFerries from Santorini (Thira) National Airport to Athens run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 12m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at zł213 but you can travel from only zł79 by flight.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 17:00. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (233 km) distance in 5h 30m. There are 29 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Thira) National Airport to Athens are available to foot passengers.






Distance 125 nautical miles (233 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price zł213 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 12:15 AM |
Last ferry 5:00 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 6h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 8h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Golden Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Thira) National Airport to Athens ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR 1 | 6:15 AM Athinios Port | 8h45 | 3:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
EUROCHAMPION JET | 8:10 AM Athinios Port | 5h40 | 1:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
DIONISIOS SOLOMOS | 9:00 AM Athinios Port | 10h45 | 7:45 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
WORLDCHAMPION JET | 9:50 AM Athinios Port | 5h35 | 3:25 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
EUROCHAMPION JET 2 | 1:15 PM Athinios Port | 5h40 | 6:55 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
GOLDEN PRINCESS | 2:15 PM Athinios Port | 6h15 | 8:30 PM Port of Rafina | 0 transfersDirect | |
OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET | 2:25 PM Athinios Port | 5h25 | 7:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
BLUE STAR DELOS | 3:30 PM Athinios Port | 7h45 | 11:15 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Thira) National Airport to Athens by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santorini (Thira) National Airport to Athens ferries use the Thira Santorini Port to Port of Piraeus port pair, with some services arriving at Port of Rafina. Use this guide to compare Santorini (Thira) National Airport and Athens ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Port of Rafina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km), Agoni Grammi (0.4km), To Limeni (0.5km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Rafina.
Available at Port of Rafina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Rafina.
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