Ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti)
11h 40m to 11h 55m · from €27.00 · 1 operator
Kalymnos to Kastellorizo at a glance
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 01:40 and the latest is 23:05. The crossing takes between 11h 40m and 11h 55m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €27.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 January 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €27.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €27.00 | Book now |
| AB22 Cabin | €52.00 | 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 29 January 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Kalymnos to Kastellorizo through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in May (2 or 3 times a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| December 2025 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| February 2026 | 7 | 7 of 28 | about twice a week |
| March 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| April 2026 | 7 | 7 of 30 | about twice a week |
| May 2026 | 10 | 10 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| July 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| October 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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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 Kastellorizo Route Map
Kalymnos to Megisti is a long haul down to Greece's easternmost inhabited island, operated by Blue Star Ferries with the Blue Star Patmos. The crossing takes around eleven hours, calling at islands the length of the Dodecanese on the way south. It is effectively an overnight passage, so plan accordingly.
Megisti is the official name of Kastellorizo, a tiny island just off the Turkish coast near Kas. The port town wraps around a small bay in a horseshoe of pastel neoclassical houses, familiar to many from the film Mediterraneo, and the harbourfront tavernas are the centre of island life. The Blue Cave along the coast is the usual boat excursion.
Sailings run only a couple of times a fortnight, a reflection of how isolated the island is. The current timetable and fares are shown below. Most travellers reach Kastellorizo from Rhodes, which is far closer, or by short boat excursion from Kas in Turkey.
Weekly Kalymnos to Kastellorizo Ferry Schedule
What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Kalymnos.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 01:40 | |
| 23:05 |
Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 29 January 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 6 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:40, latest 23:05. Fastest crossing 11h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 8 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:40, latest 23:05. Fastest crossing 11h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of the 29 days to 29 January, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 01:40, latest 23:05. Fastest crossing 11h 40m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Kalymnos to Kastellorizo Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €27.00 on a conventional ferry. 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 | €27.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
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.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AB22 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €52.00 |
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €52.50 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €66.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €66.00 |
| AB21 Cabin | cabin | €67.50 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €67.50 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €70.50 |
| A4BRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €71.00 |
| A4BRTH3 Cabin | cabin | €75.50 |
| A4BRTH4 Cabin | cabin | €75.50 |
| L2DBRTH2 Cabin | cabin | €84.00 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €85.50 |
| A4BRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €90.50 |
| L2DBRTH1 Cabin | cabin | €108.50 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €27.00 |
| ATS1 Seat | passenger | €29.00 |
| ATS2 Seat | passenger | €29.00 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €29.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 01:40 | 13:20 | 11h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 15 November | 23:05 | 11:00 next day | 11h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 20 November | 01:40 | 13:20 | 11h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 23:05 | 11:00 next day | 11h 55m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo?
Ferries from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 January 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) today. Departure time: 01:40.
How many ferries run from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo this week?
2 sailings from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) 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 Kastellorizo?
The first ferry from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) leaves at 01:40 and the last at 23:05.
How long is the ferry from Kalymnos to Kastellorizo?
The fastest crossing from Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) takes 11h 40m and the slowest 11h 55m.
How much does the Kalymnos to Kastellorizo ferry cost?
Published fares for the Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) ferry start from €27.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €52.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Kalymnos to Kastellorizo route?
The Kalymnos (Pothia) to Kastellorizo (Megisti) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Kalymnos to Kastellorizo ferry
- If you plan to sleep on deck, bring a sleeping mat or extra layer beneath you – the metal deck gets cold overnight even in summer.
- Weather apps on your phone are useful as a rough guide but marine-specific forecasts (Poseidon, Windy, Windguru) are more accurate for sea conditions.
- A sleep mask is almost as important as earplugs – interior corridors and saloons are rarely fully dark on overnight ferries.
- Port kiosks and cafes are often the only food option before boarding – if you have dietary requirements, eat before you arrive.
- Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
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