Ferry from Kastellorizo (Megisti) to Rhodes (Rodos)

Megisti to Rhodes is the main lifeline for Kastellorizo, taking anywhere from about two and a half hours on the Dodekanisos Pride catamaran to closer to five on the conventional ships. Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and SAOS Ferries all work the route with the Blue Star Patmos, the Dodekanisos Pride and the Stavros. The crossing runs west along the Turkish coast and is open water throughout.

Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese and a major destination in its own right, with a UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town built by the Knights of St John. Ferries use the commercial harbour beside the walls, with the Mandraki harbour, long associated with the legend of the Colossus, just along the waterfront. Beyond the Old Town there are beaches down both coasts and a full range of accommodation and nightlife.

This is the most frequent route off Kastellorizo, running roughly daily across the operators in season, which makes it the practical way on and off the island. Current days, times and fares are shown below, with fares starting around €15. Rhodes has an international airport and ferry links to the rest of the Dodecanese, Crete, Piraeus and Turkey.

Kastellorizo to Rhodes Ferry Fares

Weekly Kastellorizo to Rhodes Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Is it worth hiring a car in Rhodes?

Worth it if you're staying more than a couple of days, since the island is large and its two bus companies (Roda in the west, KTEL in the east) don't make it easy to combine both coasts in a day. The port is a 10-minute walk from Rhodes Old Town, with paid parking nearby. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Kastellorizo to Rhodes between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Kastellorizo to Rhodes ferry

• On catamaran services, lower deck seats tend to be calmer in rough seas but can feel enclosed; upper deck seats offer more natural light and better views.
• Booking a multi-leg island-hopping itinerary in one session lets you verify that your connections are realistic before committing.
• Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
• Once you arrive in Rhodes, the medieval walled Old Town – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe, with the Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master as its centrepieces. Tsambika Beach on the east coast and the ancient hilltop site of Lindos are the island's other headline attractions.

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