The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Chania
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Chania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santorini (Island) to Chania will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Santorini (Island) for Chania every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 15 Jul the direct ferries cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 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 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.
BLUE STAR CHIOS22:103h15Athinios Port1:25Heraklion Port£141One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 115:451h35Athinios Port17:20Heraklion Port£891One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 116:101h35Athinios Port17:45Heraklion Port£891One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 115:451h35Athinios Port17:20Heraklion Port£891One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 116:101h35Athinios Port17:45Heraklion Port£891One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR CHIOS22:103h15Athinios Port1:25Heraklion Port£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Santorini (Island) to Chania
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Chania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £13, and a flight costs an average of £103.
Distance: 88 nautical miles (163 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£53 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price |
3h 37m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Santorini (Island) to Chania Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 16:10 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 17:20 | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:10 | Arrival Time 01:25 | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 18:50 | Duration 1h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:50 | Arrival Time 04:20 | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Chania ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Chania ferries for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
WORLDCHAMPION JET | 15:45 Athinios Port | 1h35 | 17:20 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
ELITE JET | 17:00 Athinios Port | 2h20 | 19:20 Port of Rethymno | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Santorini (Island) to Chania 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 or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Santorini (Island) to Chania.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Seajets with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Santorini (Island) to Chania.
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 Santorini (Island) to Chania.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Santorini (Island) to Chania.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Chania
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Chania run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £13 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 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Chania are available to foot passengers.



Distance 88 nautical miles (163 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 1h 40m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Santorini (Island) to ChaniaYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Chania with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Santorini (Island) to Chania ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Chania 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 Chania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Santorini (Island) and Chania
Most Santorini (Island) to Chania ferries use the Thira Santorini Port to Heraklion Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Santorini (Island) and Chania ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Santorini (Island) port do ferries to Chania leave from?
Getting to Thira Santorini Port from Santorini city centre
Thira Santorini Port is 3 km from Santorini city centre. Public transport options include:
Thira Santorini Port port facilities and services
Thira Santorini Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Roka Kafeneio (0.6km), To Psaraki (0.8km), The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thira Santorini Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thira Santorini Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thira Santorini Port.
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