Ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki
4h 10m · from €8.30 · 1 operator
Kalymnos to Arki at a glance
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki are scheduled 5 times over the next 10 days, every other day. Departures in that window are at 06:00. The crossing takes 4h 10m. 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 30 September 2027.
Kalymnos to Arki 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 | 1 | 1 of 30 | less than once a week |
| December 2025 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| January 2026 | 14 | 14 of 31 | every other day |
| February 2026 | 11 | 11 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 24 | 22 of 31 | about one a day |
| April 2026 | 19 | 18 of 30 | every other day |
| May 2026 | 23 | 22 of 31 | most days |
| June 2026 | 26 | 26 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 26 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 27 | 27 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 20 | 20 of 30 | most days |
| October 2026 | 21 | 20 of 31 | most days |
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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)
September 2026 · this month, a year ago
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.
Kalymnos to Arki Route Map
Kalymnos to Arki is a small-island run through the northern Dodecanese, served by Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries with the Dodekanisos Pride and the Saonisos. Journey times vary a good deal, from around two hours on the direct catamaran to over four hours on sailings that call at other islands on the way. Fares start around €8.30.
Arki is a tiny island north of Patmos with only a handful of permanent residents and a small harbour that doubles as the village. There is no resort infrastructure to speak of, just a few tavernas and rooms around the bay, and the appeal is the quiet and the swimming. Bring cash and do not count on finding much beyond the basics.
The route runs several times a week in season and thins out considerably outside it. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Most people combine Arki with Patmos or Lipsi, which are the nearest islands with regular connections and more places to stay.
Weekly Kalymnos to Arki 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 Kalymnos.
SAOS Ferries
Book SAOS Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 06:00 |
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 30 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 06:00. Fastest crossing 4h 10m. Conventional ferries: SAOS Ferries.
- March 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Departs 12:55. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- April 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 12:55, latest 14:40. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- May 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 12:55, latest 14:40. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- June 2027: sails on 8 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 12:55, latest 14:40. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- July 2027: sails on 10 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 12:55, latest 14:40. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- August 2027: sails on 8 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 12:55, latest 14:40. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
- September 2027: sails on 9 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 12:50, latest 14:40. Fastest crossing 2h. High-speed: Dodekanisos Seaways.
Kalymnos to Arki 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 Kalymnos to Arki between 13 November 2026 and 22 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kalymnos to Arki?
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki 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 30 September 2027.
Are there ferries from Kalymnos to Arki today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki today. Departure time: 06:00.
How many ferries run from Kalymnos to Arki this week?
3 sailings from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Kalymnos to Arki?
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki leave at 06:00.
How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Arki?
The crossing from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki takes 4h 10m.
How much does the Kalymnos to Arki ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki 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 Kalymnos to Arki route?
The Kalymnos (Pothia) to Arki 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 Kalymnos to Arki ferry
- E-tickets are accepted on virtually all Greek ferry routes – you do not need to print a paper ticket unless stated otherwise.
- 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.
- In high summer, the ferry's snack bar and cafeteria can sell out of cold drinks by mid-crossing on busy routes; buy your drinks early after boarding.
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