The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santorini (Island) to Malia
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£92
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£92
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
1 h 40 m
Ferries on 17 Sept
1
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santorini (Island) to Malia 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 Malia will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £92.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 1 ferries from Santorini (Island) to Malia, including 1 direct services.
On Thu 17 Sept the direct ferries cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 40 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.
12:451h40Santorini (Island)14:25Malia£921One-way0 changes
12:451h40Santorini (Island)14:25Malia£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Santorini (Island) to Malia
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Santorini (Island) to Malia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 4h 44m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £52, while a ferry costs an average of £52.
Distance: 66 nautical miles (124 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Santorini (Island) to Malia Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 17:25 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days 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 19:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 12:45 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:50 | Arrival Time 04:20 | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Santorini (Island) to Malia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santorini (Island) to Malia ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:45 Santorini (Island) | 1h40 | 14:25 Malia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Santorini (Island) to Malia ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Santorini (Island) to Malia.
- 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.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Santorini (Island) to Malia.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santorini (Island) to Malia
Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Malia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. 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 66 nautical miles (124 km) distance in 1h 35m. Ferries from Santorini (Island) to Malia are available to foot passengers.


Distance 66 nautical miles (124 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 1h 35m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 91 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Santorini (Island) to MaliaYou can travel by ferry between Santorini (Island) to Malia with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets 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 Malia ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini (Island) to Malia 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 Malia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Santorini (Island) and Malia
Most Santorini (Island) to Malia ferries use the Thira Santorini Port to Heraklion Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Santorini (Island) and Malia ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Santorini (Island) port do ferries to Malia 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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