The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chania to Santorini (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chania to Santorini (Island) will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Chania for Santorini (Island) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 05 Jun the direct ferries cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 50 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.
DIAGORAS8:103h50Heraklion Port12:00Athinios Port£141One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 18:001h35Heraklion Port9:35Athinios Port£911One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 18:001h35Heraklion Port9:35Athinios Port£911One-way0 changes
DIAGORAS8:103h50Heraklion Port12:00Athinios Port£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Chania to Santorini (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chania to Santorini (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 88 nautical miles (163 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£53 Average Price Cheapest | £166 Average Price |
3h 32m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chania to Santorini (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 09:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 06:40 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:25 | Arrival Time 02:55 | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:10 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 3h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Chania to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chania to Santorini (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 1 | 8:00 Heraklion Port | 1h35 | 9:35 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
DIAGORAS | 8:10 Heraklion Port | 3h50 | 12:00 Athinios Port | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Santorini (Island).
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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 or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Santorini (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Chania to Santorini (Island).
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chania to Santorini (Island)
Ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 88 nautical miles (163 km) distance in 1h 40m. There are 9 sailings per week. Ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.



Distance 88 nautical miles (163 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 1h 40m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Chania to Santorini (Island) with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Chania to Santorini (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chania to Santorini (Island) 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 (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Chania and Santorini (Island)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Roka Kafeneio (0.6km)
- To Psaraki (0.8km)
- The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
- Main companies are Santorini Taxi and Thira Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line: KTEL, Stop: Athinios Port
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