Usually no, there are no direct ferries with outdoor access. We made the mistake of looking only at the journey times when planning our Greek Island trips. Lets just say those schedules are. -Mykonos to Santorini: I am struggling with this one. Theyre increasingly common but still not universal and it can change by ferry and route. Much better to use Ferryhopper.com to buy tickets. Find all the transport options for your trip from Santorini Airport (JTR) to Far Out Beach Club Resort & Camping, Mylopotas right here. There certainly could be more flights added but I wouldnt count on it. Mykonos-Santorini ferry schedules and prices on ferryhopper.com. But you can't go on deck which means you can't relieve sense of nausea. That obviously wasnt true, as each ferry follows a set route with multiple stops. And are there different departures throughout the day? Are there any other differences? March or April wont make a huge difference for the mainland (though it will be a little warmer in April) but will make a substantial difference on the islands. We booked our first trip to Greece (this upcoming October) around all your great recommendations! Hi Dave we are going from Mykonos to Santorini on June 8th and wondered what ferry you would take fastest and less rocky and bumpy to prevent seasickness. Would appreciate your help confirming the feasibility of a day trip to Mykonos. There are no other options and day trips from Santorini to Crete are not possible. Keep looking, there are usually a few flights per week between Santorini and Mykonos. No ferries between Mykonos and Santorini until March. My plan is to dedicate one of those days to visiting Mykonos. We are flying to Mykonos and getting the ferry the following morning. 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Thanks very much. Should this be a relatively smooth journey? -ChampionJet2 (2h45m However, when I check the ferry schedule site it doesnt look like I can leave Santorini, visit Mykonos, and come back on the same day. Champion Jet 1 My question is can we buy all of our ferry tickets once we arrive at the Athens airport? I note SeaJet has 4 sailings alone on that day on that route. Hello Dave. I am traveling from Santorini to Mykonos on May 8th. Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner. On the Hellenic website while booking, I can choose economy for 67E or VIP table for another 20E. But book hotels now even though you have to wait on the flight. Please note: prices rise as space becomes less available. On less busy days, passengers from the latter might be switched onto the former. Stephanie Myers. Thank you in advance for your help! Much better to spend a night on Santorini. Unless youre living in Greeceand have plenty of time, the high speed ferries will help you make the most of your trip. But being a little prepared will definitely make your journey better. The boat left the harbour in Kamares, Sifnos, 3 minutes before it should - we could have missed our flight from Athens. Only HS7 service showing is Santorini to Heraklion return. We are planning a ferry on May 18, and prefer the fastest route possible. Just a comment. We will be flying out to Greece next Sunday. Thanks. Ive tried different days etc. by Santorini Dave Updated: June 2, 2022. That is usually the busiest week for all of summer. You have been added to the directferries.co.uk mailing list. We had a good journey nevertheless. Mykonos-Santorini ferry routes are seasonal, and operate from mid-March to late October, making stops in Naxos, Paros, and Ios along the way. Food was very reasonable and there were lots of seating options, including on the deck. Rome2rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Give Mykonos a pass (its very quiet in January) and just do Athens and Santorini. It is okay to leave 3 minutes after it should, but the opposite is NOT okay!! Sunset in Santorini in late May will be around 8:30pm. Thank you! The staff on the ferry were efficient and I the system for booking seats went well. Well what do you suggest we do as far as connecting the dots on these islands or at least two of them? Rome2rio is a door-to-door travel information and booking engine, helping you get to and from any location in the world. 0900. Yes, I think so. There are no flights or ferries between Santorini and Mykonos in January. I cant say if its always that chaotic, but it was the least comfortable ride of them all. Aimee. We need to be back in Athens by 30 December (evening) then New Years Eve on 31 December and fly out very early 1 January. 2. Difference is $12Eu. Santorini-Mykonos ferry schedules and prices on ferryhopper.com. Apologies if youve already answered a similar question but my sister and I are planning to travel from Santorini to Paros on September 5th is there a specific ferry you recommend and if so should we book beforehand? If your ferry is cancelled or changed, youll usually receive a text the night before. For Hellnic Seaways what is the difference between Economy & Economy table seat (both are the same price). Buying in advance, obviously ensures that it wont sell out on you. After seeing the timelines, I have some doubts: 1) Is it better to pre-book the tickets in advance, or just buy them in Santorini on September 11th? Hello Dave I was checking for ferries on Hellenic Seaways website for Santorini to Mykonos for September but didnt see Mykonos on the arrival port drop-down list. Both of those ferries are good choices. Is the upgrade worth it? In this article, you state that Hellenic Seaways will be running until October 15th between Santorini and Mykonos, but when I looked on their website, the last day I see a ferry listed is Wednesday, October 5th. Me and 2 friends are travelling from Santorini to Crete on 3rd July. There are no ferries between Santorini and Mykonos in November. Yes, the smaller SeaJets can give some rough rides. Since most ferries between Santorini and Mykonos are small to medium-sized ferries they will sell out (especially in July, August, and September). Too little on Santorini. Thanks for such a nice informative article. At the ferry terminal? Dr. P. Use GetYourGuide safe, reliable, and easy to contact if you need to. Youre right. Whats the best way to get there? It could save you a whole lot of money if the ferry is cancelled. Am I missing something? Hellenic is the best ferry between Mykonos and Santorini. Sounds like a good plan. Choose a different ferry if youre prone to seasickness. When you take the fast ferries in Greece, you dont just pay more for the ride itself. FerryHopper is the easiest way to book though can also go directly with SeaJets website. I have gone over so many web sites and blogs and I think youre my best bet for answers. Much better to go to Santorini and Naxos or Paros than Santorini and Mykonos as those 3 islands have daily connections between each other and Athens. This usually doesnt work for same-day connections but it depends when youre traveling and what the schedule is like. Id book when you first arrive in Santorini (at least a few days before travel). Reviewed by Alex who travelled with SeaJets on Superjet. Pick the first one in the morning and the last one in the evening. And what ferry would you suggest between Mykonos and Santorini? But I was wondering if all the companies stop doing this route because of the end of summer? The GTP keeps telling me there are no results found, I was hoping you could help me! 2) Which is the best ferry to take from Santorini to Mykonos in the morning of the September 14th? The Hellenic Highspeed is a little bigger and a monohull ship which will make it the better choice for seasickness (but not a huge difference between the two). Planners wont like this one, but trust me on this. Three other operators also service this route. In summer there are usually 4 or more ferries per day between Mykonos and Santorini. Its very hard (usually impossible) to make a day trip from Santorini to Mykonos and back (even in high season with a full ferry schedule). The air conditioning could've been more efficient but I saw the technical crew monitoring it. And then another SeaJet starts on April 15. The fast ferries around the Greek Islands are more expensive. I tried looking for them.. but I got lost in the abyss of information please advise! This is the most information I have ever found about ferries from Santorini to Mykonos, extremely helpful!. Elaine. Certainly, never leave passports or money/credit cars in your luggage. Ariana. Thanks again! I see it scheduled, but am having trouble finding a site to book it. Book the earlier one (then you have the second one as a backup if the first is cancelled). The Worldchampion Jet ferry stopping in Ios, on its route between Santorini and Mykonos. The direct Hellenic email address is: booking@hsw.gr. We are booked on the Hellenic HS7 on Sunday 8 July from Mykonos to Santorini (booked in January). Thanks for all of your recommendations. Tickets cost 35-85 and the journey takes 35 min. The Greek ferries are usually very clean and have everything you need. Its usually a nice temperature, but you might want a light scarf or jacket if you get cold easily. My partner and I are travelling between Santorini and Mykonos on the 8th of September, I am looking at booking the Highspeed 7 leaving at 11:00am with Hellenic online but its telling me that my partner and I will be put in seperate gender specific cabins? We were lucky that our no cancellation hotel let us change the dates at no extra cost. Dave awesome website you basically convinced me to spend my 25th wedding anniversary on the islands. When I check schedules now it shows there are no HS7 sailings from Mykonos to Santorini on Sundays for that period May 19 to October 19. Please Note: Whilst we have taken great care in making our Superjet guide as accurate as possible, onboard facilities, services and entertainment may vary depending on the date and time of year that you travel, facilities mentioned may change without notification and ferry companies reserve the right to operate vessels other than those mentioned at time of booking without prior notification. We ended up on Blue Star because our Seajets boat was cancelled. Cancelled ferries arent uncommon. Makes for a more comfortable and enjoyable ride. A group of 4 of us are traveling to Athens/Mykonos/Santorini in early September. This is the Hellenic Seaways Highspeed 7 ferry but its almost identical to the Minoan Lines Santorini Palace (which I dont have a photo of) that runs between Mykonos and Santorini. Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Far Out Beach Club Resort & Camping, Mylopotas? All the seats on the Hellenic are fine, but yes, I do think the VIP is worth the extra 20 as youre up near the front of the ship with better views. 2. If you have any kind of case or large bag, youll be asked to leave it in a luggage rack. But if youre worried about leaving your luggage, dont pack anything valuable. Mykonos-Santorini Flights in 2022: Most years there are 4 or 5 flights per week from Santorini to Mykonos and Mykonos to Santorini (April to mid-October). The ones you want to avoid (for a rough ride) are the SuperJet, SeaJet2, and Flying Cat. Looking to go in September for a honeymoon and wondering how we can find a direct flight from Mykonos to Santorini? From Mykonos, we plan to take the Sea Jet 2 to Naxos (ETD: 10:00; ETA: 10:35) then on the same day take the Blue Star Delos to Santorini (ETD: 12:55; ETA: 14:55) so we can enjoy the view of the Santorini caldera from the sea. Thats the only way to do it. Hi Dave, I have a query about picking up reserved tickets. Christine Soviero Heller. Hi Dave. I am stuck with a problem I already booked my accommodation for Mykonos and to my horror I just realized that there is no direct ferry between the 2 islands! Yes, ferries go from Crete to Santorini in the morning and return Santorini to Crete in the late afternoon. My guess would be somewhere around 3% to 5% of ferries are canceled (or delayed for enough time to effectively be a different ferry). Also, you mention that buying tickets online isnt easy or convenient. Basically, Im concerned that traveling around Crete and the Cyclades in March will be too difficult (or impossible) via ferry in March, and Im wondering if Ill be forced to fly everywhere (perhaps circuitouslyand expensivelyvia Athens) to go from island to island. I wanted to see if you had any tips for booking the Condor flight from Mykonos to Santorini on Wednesdays in June. If youre taking the ferry to islands like Santorini and Mykonos, youll likely end up on Seajets at some point. We only arrive at the airport at 9 pm the evening before. My friend and I have a vacation planned and the last detail to cover were the ferry rides. The ferry booking email system is on the unreliable side, so book on the app if you dont want to run into issues. I see that you recommend Hellenic. Too much time wasted on ferries and buses. Hey Dave! When it doesnt, however, a little bit of shouting back goes a long way. But based on previous years Id say this: Probably no Crete to Santorini ferry until April so yes, youd have to fly via Athens. The ferry schedules are a bit confusing so perhaps you can clarify. Just wanted to double check as in your blog post, you said tickets have to be picked up in person at the ferry or at a corresponding agency in Fira. We will leave from Athens and set out to Mykonos on Bluestar. If your ferry is on time youll just make it. Thanks. Ive bought a ferry ticket from Mykonos to Santorini with Hellenic Seaways for the next 4th of July (9:45). The toilets were completely out of paper, there was rubbish all over the floor and people sleeping on camping mats blocked some of the exists. Ive put together a downloadable packing list for Greece so you can make sure you dont miss anything. Can we bounce to another island between the two or go back to Athens and back out the next day to the other island? Hi Dave! Yes, if you bought an e-ticket (it will show as an e-ticket on Ferryhopper both before purchase and after in your email) then you dont have to pickup a paper ticket when in Greece. Hi Dave, I just received an email indicating the reservation was suspended due to alterations to the companys timetables. What would be your next suggestion for travel between Santorini and Mykonos on May 10th given no vessels with Hellenic are available that day. Hiring a car in Greece is easy and the best way to see the islands. Its interactive, too, so you can print it off or check it off on your laptop as you pack. The two with SeaJets (Champion Jet 1 and Champion Jet 2) are the best. Where will the ferry arrive? I am trying to find a ferry to go from Santorini to Mykonos on November 14th, but I can not find any. Its almost certainly the new port, but double check at any travel agent in town, after you arrive. Most of the time youll be fine taking your luggage into the seating area. Do you think it would be ok to book the Hellenic when I arrive to Santorini or is it something that I should book a month in advance? The routes are usually a circuit and you can book tickets from and to any of the stops. Based on your extremely informative post I went online and mapped out our Ferry routes. What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Far Out Beach Club Resort & Camping, Mylopotas? There are no cheap options. There are 5 ferries from Santorini to Mykonos on May 30 and I would take any of the 4 earlier ones (but not the SeaJet at 18:15 too late in the day and its the smallest ferry and thus can be a rough ride). No ferries between the two islands from November to February/March. Do you know if they have a kiosk to pick up the tickets at the new port? Thanks for all the info here! I have the option of going Golden Star (Superrunner) or with Hellenic (Highspeed 7). Santorini Day Tours has helicopter transfers from Mykonos to Santorini. Gigi. Is one better than other and why? I will take Sea Jets from Mykonos to Santorini on 18th October. While youll find most of the restaurants and hotels in the port town of each island, venturing further afield will be worth it. All of these ferries are fine. I see the Highspeed 7 at 11 AM, Champion at 12:30, and Supperrunner at 12:40, are all around the same travel time, but the Champion and Superrunner are 12 euros cheaper. Are these all direct trips or do they stop at the various ports? But your ferry could easily be 30 minutes to an hour getting to Santorini. I will be venturing to Greece for Christmas (ETA: 24 December) for 7-days. This is at no extra cost to you and allows this site to keep running. Thanks! 3. I cant recall getting any emails about schedule changes. Is this a bad idea, as the island might be crowded for Easter? Silver 66.80 euros I searched using Tuesday, May 30 as an example. My anniversary falls in early March. Wed like to visit at least 2 maybe 3 islands (Santorini, Mykonos and one other that will connect us) as many post are revealing there are no ferry connections between Mykonos and Santorini during this December time period. Expensive, but awesome. *It looks like the only way I can get from Crete to Santorini during this time is by flying via Athens. Inter-port stops were also super fast. Do you recommend spending the extra money for platinum? Kyle Hunt. 89% of our customers recommended this ship, "Sifnos to Mykonos good trip Aug 4th 2019". This was my experience, based on my own trips. It should be released in January or February at the latest. Reviewed by Valerie Lester who travelled with SeaJets on Superjet. One thing that will help is dont stand up on the ferry (thats when I feel a little sick), so go to bathroom before the boat leaves, then sit down and dont walk around until your arrival. Are there any ferries between Santorini and Mykonos where you can sit outside for the view? I need your help. Take the Hellenic from Santorini to Mykonos and the Blue Star (or Hellenic) from Mykonos to Athens. Thanks for your help! Hi Dave, Yes, there are no ferries scheduled from Mykonos to Kos for this summer so your only choice is from Santorini to Kos. Ive only taken the slow ferry with Blue Star and it was great on board. But to catch the Bluestar from Paros to go Santorini the only available time is 11.40am? ', 'How much should I expect to pay? With the usual ferry delays, would the 2 hours, 20 minutes between trips be enough or are we better off taking the Sea Jet 2 all the way to Santorini? Where can I find the timetables? I am planning to celebrate my 25th wedding anniversary in Athens/Santorini/Mykonos but Ive heard that ferries are very infrequent during low season. Car rental in Crete and the other larger islands is essential if you want to see the best bits of the islands and have the freedom to explore. There are quite a few ferry companies in Greece. I dont recommend Mykonos to Santorini day trips. Im arriving on July 3rd so I expect a lot of tourist traffic. 2. Thank you so much for your informative site! There are plenty of other ferry companies in the Greek Islands. Yes, looks like Hellenic cancelled their ferry for that day. The Hellenic also stops in two ports along the way (Ios and Paros) which is fun to experience though not a huge deal. A coffee, slice of pizza or box of Pringles will set you back 5 Euroseach. My preferred ferry would be the Highspeed 6 (with Hellenic) that leaves at 13:50. I am not sure if I should fly (if they ever offer flights from Mykonos to Santorini this year) or take the ferry because I am island hopping and am on a tight schedule. Ali. Hi, booking ferry from Santorini to Mykonos in May. The only issue I came across multiple times was a lack of toilet paper on board. Nice post! But there wont be a problem. There are 236+ hotels available in Far Out Beach Club Resort & Camping, Mylopotas. Yes, travel within Greece is currently allowed. Yes, youll need to ferry (slow, might take 2 days) or fly (3 to 5 hours, total) via Athens to get from one to the other during winter. The first ferries of the year between Santorini and Mykonos are on March 25 (SeaJet). Hey Dave, which ferry would you recommend in August for Santorini to Mykonos, and Mykonos to Athens? I like them better but theres no great difference. Wanted to know what the difference was between the classes on Champion Jet with SeaJets from Santorini to Mykonos? Also. The only thing that changes is the departure time. I'd even be willing to pay an ekstra tariff. In your experience, what are the sea conditions in mid-April in the area? I will be reaching to Mykonos and then from there will travel to Santorini. Buying in Santorini should be fine but get them the day you arrive dont wait until the day you travel. Most years there are at least a few flights per week between Santorini and Mykonos but not always. The SeaJets Power Jet ferry between Mykonos and Santorini. Cancellations at that time of year are not common. You can carry a small bag on board with all your important items. Im not sure what the prices are like, but it means you can be spontaneous with your island hopping. Thanks! The Greek Island ferries are great. I didnt use any others so I cant comment on them, but the ferries above are the ones youre most likely to encounter anyway. There are no ferries between Mykonos and Santorini in December. ambitious. Alex. Either ferry is fine and should work out without any problems. Def do not want to get sea sick. Any idea about timeliness about the ferries? . b. But the Champion Jet 2 (with Sea Jets) that leaves at 9:50am is 35 minutes shorter and you get the benefit of having more fallback ferries should something be cancelled. On the other ferries, there are random seats near plug sockets. I am planning to go from Santorini to Mykonos on May 20. Id email the tour operator to check that theyre not making a stop at the new port. The main bonus is that the ship held so steady, in quite a choppy sea, and I didn't suffer sea sickness! (Im not sure if Im reading the ferry schedule correctly.) Wearing a face mask on public transport in Far Out Beach Club Resort & Camping, Mylopotas is mandatory. If you get seasick, will be jetlagged or like to splurge a little, its probably a worthy investment. Is that true? Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 210 521 2054. I followed the link to the Hellenic Seaways Highspeed 7 Ferry (and checked out Ferryhopper) but this doesnt appear to be running on any of our possible transfer dates. Mykonos-Santorini Ferries in 2022: There are 2 to 5 ferries per day from Mykonos to Santorini and Santorini to Mykonos. Thank you for the great information. Plus, you really dont need to pack much for the Greek Islands. The plan is to take a ferry on September 14th in the morning, overnight in Mykonos and take another ferry to Paros on the afternoon September 15th. - to help you get the most out of your next trip. Can you please provide me any guide to find a ticket? Its also where cars, quads and scooters are parked. We are coming for a long weekend and staying at Tholos Resort. To go from Mykonos to Santorini in December you have to return to Athens, either by flight or ferry. It sounds like you recommend Hellenic over Seajet. The cheapest way to get from Santorini Airport (JTR) to Far Out Beach Club Resort & Camping, Mylopotas is to car ferry which costs 35-90 and takes 49 min. The ferries all appear to leave at 5pm or after and we were looking to leave in the morning. i.e take a Bluestar ferry from Athens (PIRAEUS) straight to Santorini? I am planning a trip to Mykonos-Santorini in Late May ( 3rd week ). This is usually on the bottom floor of the ferry where everybody boards and disembarks. Any suggestions are welcome! The outbound trip was delayed over an hour. Thank you in advance! The national COVID-19 helpline number in Far Out Beach Club Resort & Camping, Mylopotas is 210 521 2054. I just bought tickets online on ferryhopper.com for the Hellenic ferry from Santorini to Mykonos. (It stops in Naxos en route.). The ferry you will be taking will be on a larger boat, the Hellenic Highspeed, and its not a catamaran but a single hull ship. Great informative page! Can you advice on this? Here, youll find my collection of stories, tips and inspiration from my travels and life as a digital nomad. We took a slow Hellenic Seaways boat from Syros to Mykonos and it was the worst journey of all. Does that sound sufficient? Ferries are what ferries are and as ferries go the trip was fine. Im scheduled to take a Hellenic High speed from Santorini to Rafina in a few days, the winds are supposed to be much lower then, around 25kph. Hi Dave great site! What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Far Out Beach Club Resort & Camping, Mylopotas? But small. Required fields are marked *. It shouldnt affect your journey time too much, but be prepared for a possible change. In April the SeaJet will likely be bumpy but the Blue Star fine. There is a ferry between Naxos and Santorini 365 days a year. The best ferry for you is the Paros Jet (SeaJet) that leaves Rafina at 15:30 and gets to Paros at 17:00 (also goes to Naxos). This will probably only apply if you need to work on board, but the seats by the doors are the hot seats on the Champion Jet 2. Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions). But for what you pay in money, youll save twice over in time. Do most ferries allow you to keep your suitcase with you during the trip? The website I am booking my trip through comes with a hydrofoil trip between the two islands. I have reserved tickets for the 9:50 Champion New with Seajets. Planning to fly into Athens 24 December (2 nights) then grab a Ferry on Saturday/26 December to ? I saw Gold Star Ferry will take us from Athens 26 December to Mykonos (4.5 hrs) stay 2-days but we cant connect to Santorini. Reviewed by Barbara who travelled with SeaJets on Superjet, having never done this before from booking to traveling every thing so easy and simply will use sea jets again, Reviewed by Anthony who travelled with SeaJets on Superjet, Reviewed by Enrico who travelled with SeaJets on Superjet, Reviewed by Mariarosa who travelled with SeaJets on Superjet. We took a seajet from Athens to Mykonos today. Which one will be the best option for us? All good a part of the massive delay of this trip, about 4 hours. Hi. We would like to make a visit to Santorini. Dont make the same mistake as us. You dont say when youre traveling. Which ferry would you recommended? However, it looks like Id need to catch the Highspeed 6 from Mykonos to Paros (arrives in Paros at 2.35PM). Some years there are no flights. Are there ferries available during the second week of April between Santorini and Mykonos? Theres no need to shop around because the prices will be the same wherever you look. Thanks in advance!!