145 miles (234 km) | |
Ferry or flight | |
$45 - $50 | |
Flight • $45 (€41) • 45 min | |
Flight • $45 (€41) • 45 min | |
Blue Star Ferries or Volotea |
Travel 145 miles (234 km) by ferry or flight between Athens and Santorini (Island). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Blue Star Ferries or Volotea among others. Travelers can even take a direct ferry or flight from Athens to Santorini (Island).
How to get from Athens to Santorini by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Athens to Santorini is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries and Seajets will get you to Santorini from Athens at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best travel times, prices and tickets for your trip.
Blue Star Ferries, a prominent Greek ferry operator founded in 1965, offers a range of modern vessels including the Blue Star Delos, Blue Star Paros, and Blue Star Naxos, each featuring Economy, Business, and VIP classes. These ferries are equipped with amenities such as comfortable lounges, restaurants, cafes, and shops, ensuring a pleasant journey. Passengers can choose from various ticket types, including standard seats, private cabins, and vehicle transport options. Blue Star Ferries is renowned for its top routes, connecting Athens (Piraeus) to popular destinations like Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes, making it a preferred choice for travelers exploring the stunning Greek islands.
You can get between Athens and Santorini (Island) 2 different ways: ferry or flight.
The cheapest way to get from Athens to Santorini (Island) is by taking a flight with average ticket prices of $45 (€41) compared to other travel options to Santorini (Island):
Taking a flight costs $5 (€5) less than taking a ferry, which average ticket prices of $50 (€46).
The fastest way from Athens to Santorini (Island) is by flight with an average journey time of 45 min.
There are alternative travel options to Santorini (Island) that take longer:
Ferry takes on average 5 h 30 min.
The distance is approximately 145 miles (234 km) from Athens to Santorini (Island).
The average frequency per day from Athens to Santorini (Island) is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route from Athens to Santorini (Island) as scheduled services by ferry or flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Athens to Santorini (Island):
The following travel companies offer services from Athens to Santorini (Island):
Yes, there are direct routes from Athens to Santorini (Island) with the following travel companies:
Direct services to Santorini (Island) tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.
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