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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£70
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
5 h
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
5 h 27 m
Ferries on 19 Sept
7
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport will cost around £70 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £42.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 7 ferries from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport, including 7 direct services.
On Sat 19 Sept the direct ferries cover the 233 km distance in an average of 5 h 27 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest ferries will take 6 h 10 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.
BLUE STAR NAXOS17:307h45Port of Piraeus1:15Athinios Port£421One-way0 changes- BLUE STAR DELOS7:257h45Port of Piraeus15:10Athinios Port£531One-way0 changes
GOLDEN PRINCESS7:205h20Port of Rafina12:40Athinios Port£741One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 29:305h35Port of Piraeus15:05Athinios Port£811One-way0 changes- EUROCHAMPION JET 27:005h00Port of Piraeus12:00Athinios Port£811One-way0 changes
- EUROCHAMPION JET 27:005h00Port of Piraeus12:00Athinios Port£811One-way0 changes
- OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET9:005h10Port of Piraeus14:10Athinios Port£811One-way0 changes
- GOLDEN PRINCESS7:205h20Port of Rafina12:40Athinios Port£741One-way0 changes
- CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 29:305h35Port of Piraeus15:05Athinios Port£811One-way0 changes
- EUROCHAMPION JET15:006h10Port of Piraeus21:10Athinios Port£811One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £35 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £35, while a ferry costs an average of £51.
Distance: 125 nautical miles (233 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 45m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport:
A flight is £16 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Santorini (Thira) National Airport take longer:
Ferry takes on average 6h 45m.
Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 5h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 21:10 | Duration 6h10 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Golden Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:20 | Arrival Time 12:40 | Duration 5h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25 | Arrival Time 15:10 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 22:40 | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 14:45 | Arrival Time 01:20 | Duration 10h35 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 00:45 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 01:15 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 15:10 | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport ferries for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUROCHAMPION JET 2 | 7:00 Port of Piraeus | 5h00 | 12:00 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLUE STAR DELOS | 7:25 Port of Piraeus | 7h45 | 15:10 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| EUROCHAMPION JET | 9:30 Port of Piraeus | 5h40 | 15:10 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
 DIONISIOS SOLOMOS | 14:45 Port of Piraeus | 10h35 | 1:20 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| CHAMPION JET 1 | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 6h10 | 21:10 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 17:00 Port of Piraeus | 5h40 | 22:40 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Zante Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries or Zante Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport
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Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:00, the last at 20:59. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (233 km) distance in 6h 10m. There are 29 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport are available to foot passengers.
Distance 125 nautical miles (233 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 6h 10m |
First ferry 4:00 |
Last ferry 20:59 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National AirportYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport 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 Santorini (Thira) National Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Santorini (Thira) National Airport
Most Athens to Santorini (Thira) National Airport ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Thira Santorini Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Santorini (Thira) National Airport ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus 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 and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Getting to Port of Rafina from Athens city centre
Port of Rafina port facilities and services
Port of Rafina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km), Agoni Grammi (0.4km), To Limeni (0.5km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Rafina.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Rafina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Rafina.
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