The cheapest and fastest ferries from Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Ferries per day
3
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Heraklion International Airport 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 Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Heraklion International Airport for Santorini (Island) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 26 Jun the direct ferries cover the 120 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 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.
1:303h00Heraklion International Airport4:30Santorini (Island)£141One-way0 changes
9:303h00Heraklion International Airport12:30Santorini (Island)£141One-way0 changes
2:303h00Heraklion International Airport5:30Santorini (Island)£151One-way0 changes
9:303h00Heraklion International Airport12:30Santorini (Island)£141One-way0 changes
2:303h00Heraklion International Airport5:30Santorini (Island)£151One-way0 changes
1:303h00Heraklion International Airport4:30Santorini (Island)£141One-way0 changes
Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 09:35 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 06:40 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:25 | Arrival Time 23:55 | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 04:05 | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival Time 04:30 | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Friday 26 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 Heraklion International Airport | 3h00 | 4:30 Santorini (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:30 Heraklion International Airport | 3h00 | 5:30 Santorini (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 Heraklion International Airport | 3h00 | 12:30 Santorini (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island) by ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island)
Ferries from Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. 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 01:30, the last at 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 64 nautical miles (120 km) distance in 1h 40m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.



Distance 64 nautical miles (120 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 1h 40m |
First ferry 1:30 |
Last ferry 20:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Heraklion International Airport 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: Heraklion International Airport to Santorini (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heraklion International Airport 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Heraklion International Airport 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
