Ferry from Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia)
4h 20m · from €8.30 · 1 operator
Arki to Kalymnos at a glance
Ferries from Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 5 times over the next 10 days, every other day. Departures in that window are at 15:30. The crossing takes 4h 20m. The route is served by 1 operator: SAOS Ferries. Published fares start from €8.30 on a conventional ferry and from €17.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 2 March 2027. There are sailings on Monday, Friday and Sunday during the next 10 days. Operators have published this timetable as far as 22 November 2026; the winter timetable is not out yet, and sailings are published again from 2 March 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €8.30 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 2 March 2027 | €17.00 | Book now |
| Economy Lounge / Deck | €8.30 | Book now |
Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 22 November 2026. The winter timetable has not been announced yet, so nothing is listed from 23 November 2026 to 1 March 2027. Sailings are published again from 2 March 2027, as far as 27 September 2027.
Arki to Kalymnos through the year
Over the last 12 months it had sailings in 11 of those months, busiest in August (about one a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 2 | 2 of 30 | less than once a week |
| December 2025 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| January 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 11 | 11 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 25 | 22 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 18 | 14 of 30 | every other day |
| May 2026 | 23 | 18 of 31 | most days |
| June 2026 | 27 | 22 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 25 | 21 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 32 | 23 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 24 | 16 of 30 | about one a day |
| October 2026 | 18 | 15 of 30 | every other day |
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Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
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Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
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Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
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Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
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Dodekanisos Seaways (Pride)
October 2026 · this month, a year ago
These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Arki to Kalymnos Route Map
Arki to Kalymnos takes from two hours up to about four and a half, depending on whether you are on the Dodekanisos Pride catamaran or the Saonisos of SAOS Ferries. The Dodekanisos Seaways catamaran is the quicker option, while the SAOS boat is a conventional ferry working a longer routing through the northern Dodecanese. Arki is a tiny island, so both are calling in briefly on a longer line.
Kalymnos is a rugged, traditional island with a strong maritime identity built on sponge diving, and more recently an international reputation for rock climbing. Ferries dock at Pothia, the capital on the south coast, a proper working harbour with sponge shops along the waterfront. It is noticeably less touristed than neighbouring Kos.
Between the two operators there is a sailing most days in season, and the current timetable and fares are shown below. Fares start around €8.30. Kalymnos connects onward to Kos, Leros and the rest of the Dodecanese, and the short crossing to Kos gives you access to an airport.
Weekly Arki to Kalymnos Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published from 13 November 2026 to 22 November 2026, where the published timetable ends: the days it sails and its departure times from Arki.
SAOS Ferries
Book SAOS Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 15:30 |
Timetable published to 22 November 2026.
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 27 September 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 5 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 15:30. Fastest crossing 4h 20m. Conventional ferries: SAOS Ferries.
- March 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- April 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- May 2027: sails on 10 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- June 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- July 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- August 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- September 2027: sails on 8 of the 27 days to 27 September, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 09:30. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
Arki to Kalymnos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €8.30 on a conventional ferry and from €17.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 2 March 2027. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €8.30 | SAOS Ferries | Saonisos |
| High-speed vessel, sailing again from 2 March 2027 | €17.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
SAOS Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Lounge / Deck | passenger | €8.30 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 10 days
Every scheduled departure from Arki to Kalymnos between 13 November 2026 and 22 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Arki to Kalymnos?
Ferries from Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled 5 times over the next 10 days, every other day. In those 10 days there are departures on Monday, Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 22 November 2026, and the winter timetable has not been announced yet. Sailings are published again from 2 March 2027, as far as 27 September 2027.
Are there ferries from Arki to Kalymnos today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia) today. Departure time: 15:30.
How many ferries run from Arki to Kalymnos this week?
3 sailings from Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Arki to Kalymnos?
Ferries from Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia) leave at 15:30.
How long is the ferry from Arki to Kalymnos?
The crossing from Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia) takes 4h 20m.
How much does the Arki to Kalymnos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia) ferry start from €8.30 on a conventional ferry and from €17.00 on a high-speed vessel sailing again from 2 March 2027. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Arki to Kalymnos route?
The Arki to Kalymnos (Pothia) route is served by SAOS Ferries. In the next 10 days crossings run on conventional ferries; high-speed sailings are published again from 2 March 2027.
Tips for the Arki to Kalymnos ferry
- If you are joining a longer island-hopping route and not returning to the same base, travel with everything you need from the start – you cannot go back for forgotten items.
- Catamarans offer a faster crossing but have a lower wind-speed tolerance; in July and August, a booking on a conventional ferry is more likely to run on schedule.
- In Kalymnos, world-class rock climbing routes in the island's limestone cliffs have made it a magnet for climbers from across Europe, while the sheltered pebbly beach of Vlychadia and other coastal spots offer superb swimming. The island also has a deep tradition as a sponge-diving centre, which still shapes its culture today.
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