Ferry from Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios)
1h 50m · from €99.70 · 1 operator
Koufonissi to Santorini at a glance
Ferries from Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios) are scheduled 2 times over the next 2 days, about one a day. Departures in that window are at 12:40. The crossing takes 1h 50m. The route is served by 1 operator: Seajets. Published fares start from €99.70 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 11 October 2026.
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| High-speed vessel | €99.70 | Book now |
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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 11 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Koufonissi to Santorini through the year
Over the last 12 months it had sailings in 7 of those months, busiest in September (about 2 a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 0 | 0 of 30 | no sailings |
| December 2025 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| January 2026 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| February 2026 | 0 | 0 of 28 | no sailings |
| March 2026 | 0 | 0 of 31 | no sailings |
| April 2026 | 1 | 1 of 30 | less than once a week |
| May 2026 | 29 | 29 of 31 | about one a day |
| June 2026 | 32 | 30 of 30 | about one a day |
| July 2026 | 29 | 29 of 31 | about one a day |
| August 2026 | 42 | 30 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 57 | 30 of 30 | about 2 a day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Koufonissi to Santorini Route Map
Koufonissi to Santorini is a Seajets high-speed service on the Super Jet 2 and Superjet, taking a little under two hours. The boats are enclosed, with airline-style seating and luggage racks by the door, and they move quickly enough that a swell is noticeable. It is the fastest way to get from the Small Cyclades down to Santorini without changing at Naxos or Ios.
Santorini's main ferry port is Athinios, a narrow quay beneath the caldera cliffs with a switchback road climbing out of it. Buses and pre-booked transfers meet the boats, and you will want one, because there is very little at the port itself. Above are Fira and Oia on the caldera rim, the volcanic beaches on the east coast, and the excavated Bronze Age site at Akrotiri.
The route runs around once a day in high season and does not operate outside it. The current timetable. Santorini is a major hub, with onward links to Crete, Piraeus, Ios, Naxos and Mykonos.
Koufonissi to Santorini Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €99.70 on a high-speed vessel. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High-speed vessel | €99.70 | Seajets | Superjet |
Weekly Koufonissi to Santorini Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seajets | Superjet high-speed | 12:40 | 14:30 | 1h 50m | €99.70 | 2026-10-10 to 2026-10-10 | Book the Superjet sailing | |
| Seajets | Super Jet 2 high-speed | 12:40 | 14:30 | 1h 50m | €99.70 | 2026-10-11 to 2026-10-11 | Book the Super Jet 2 sailing |
Book ferry port and airport transfers here: Welcome Pickups →
Things to do when you arrive: Best Santorini tours on Viator
Hiring a car
Is it worth hiring a car on Santorini?
Yes. The ferry port at Athinios sits about 7.5km below Fira up a steep, winding road; the bus takes about 25 minutes and a taxi costs many times the fare. A car lets you reach Oia, Akrotiri and the red and black beaches at your own pace without waiting for infrequent buses; rental desks operate near the port, and you can compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Koufonissi to Santorini between 10 October 2026 and 23 October 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-10-10 | 12:40 | 14:30 | 1h 50m | Superjet | Seajets |
| Sun 2026-10-11 | 12:40 | 14:30 | 1h 50m | Super Jet 2 | Seajets |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Koufonissi to Santorini?
Ferries from Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios) are scheduled 2 times over the next 2 days, about one a day. In that fortnight there are departures on Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 11 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Koufonissi to Santorini today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios) today. Departure time: 12:40.
How many ferries run from Koufonissi to Santorini this week?
2 sailings from Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Koufonissi to Santorini?
Scheduled departures from Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios) leave at 12:40.
How long is the ferry from Koufonissi to Santorini?
The crossing from Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios) takes 1h 50m.
How much does the Koufonissi to Santorini ferry cost?
Published fares for the Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios) ferry start from €99.70 on a high-speed vessel. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Koufonissi to Santorini route?
The Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios) route is served by Seajets. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Koufonissi to Santorini ferry
- Koufonisi's port sits in Chora, the island's only village, so most accommodation is a short walk from the quay; even so, arrive at least 30 minutes before your ferry to Paros is due to depart.
- Book your ferry to Paros online in advance, especially in July and August, since sailings on this small network fill quickly; Chora's travel agency also sells tickets locally, but do not rely on it as your only option.
- From June to September, meltemi winds can bring rough seas and cause Small Cyclades ferries to cancel sailings at short notice; check your ferry company's status before setting out for the port.
- Snacks in your bag reduce dependency on the onboard cafeteria and save money – nuts, crackers, fruit, and chocolate travel well.
- In Santorini, the clifftop villages of Oia and Fira offer the famous caldera views over the submerged volcanic crater, best seen at sunset from Oia's castle. The 214 steps down to Amoudi Bay lead to some of the best seafood tavernas on the island, and local wine tours offer a taste of Assyrtiko, the volcanic-soil white grape unique to the island.
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