Day trip from Thira to Ios by ferry
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Ios is known for its whitewashed Cycladic streets, summer nightlife and sandy beaches. Chora rises above the harbour with sea views, small chapels and a relaxed island feel.
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Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Thira
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Thira among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £70, while a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 231 km
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Most popular Flight | Ferry |
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£74 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular ferry company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Athens to Thira
Compare the available ways to get from Athens to Thira, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Thira is a ferry with an average price of £70.
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Thira:
A ferry is £4 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Thira costing on average £74.
The fastest way to travel from Athens to Thira is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 49m.
Other travel options to Thira take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 25m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Athens and Thira including taking a ferry and flight.
Travel optionsfrom Athens to Thira
How to get to Thira from Athens by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Athens to Thira is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- A3364
21:30 0h45 Athens International Airport 22:15 Santorini (Thira) National Airport £44 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
- A3364
21:30 0h45 Athens International Airport 22:15 Santorini (Thira) National Airport £44 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
- A3364
21:30 0h45 Athens International Airport 22:15 Santorini (Thira) National Airport £44 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
- A3352
6:50 0h45 Athens International Airport 7:35 Santorini (Thira) National Airport £44 1 One-way 0 changes - A3366
13:30 0h45 Athens International Airport 14:15 Santorini (Thira) National Airport £52 1 One-way 0 changes - A3354
10:30 0h45 Athens International Airport 11:15 Santorini (Thira) National Airport £60 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Thira by ferry
The most popular day trips by ferry from Thira are Ios, Anafi and Folegandros. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Thira on Omio.
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FAQs: Athens to Thira
Travel to Thira easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Athens to Thira.
There are 2 options to travel between Athens and Thira including taking a ferry and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Athens to Thira is a ferry with an average price of £70.
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Thira:
A ferry is £4 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Thira costing on average £74.
The fastest way to travel from Athens to Thira is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 49m.
Other travel options to Thira take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 25m.
The Athens to Thira distance is approximately 231 km.
The average frequency per day from Athens to Thira is:
- Around 10 flights per day.
- Around 6 ferries per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Athens and Thira as scheduled services by ferry and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Athens to Thira:
- Flights mostly depart from Athens International Airport and arrive in Santorini (Thira) National Airport.
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Piraeus and arrive in Athinios Port.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Athens to Thira, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, CitizenPlane to go to Thira by flight.
- Travel with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries to go to Thira by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Athens to Thira with the following travel companies:
- 10 direct flights per day with Aegean Airlines, Ryanair, CitizenPlane.
- 6 direct ferries per day with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Fast Ferries.
Omio customers who travel from Athens to Thira often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Vienna, Naples, Bucharest, Bari. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Thira and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Athens to Thira, you can choose from several travel options including ferry and flight.
To fully experience Thira, 3 to 4 days are recommended to explore its stunning views, local cuisine, archaeological sites, and vibrant culture.
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