Ferry from Koufonissi to Santorini (Athinios)

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 and fares are shown below; high-speed fares on this run start around €95. Santorini is a major hub, with onward links to Crete, Piraeus, Ios, Naxos and Mykonos.

Koufonissi to Santorini Ferry Fares

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.

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 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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