Ferry from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki)
1h 20m to 1h 25m · from €24.00 · 1 operator
Nisyros to Chalki at a glance
Ferries from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 14:30 and the latest is 15:55. The crossing takes between 1h 20m and 1h 25m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Dodekanisos Seaways. Published fares start from €24.00 on a high-speed vessel. There are sailings on Wednesday and Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 22 July 2027.
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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 22 July 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Nisyros to Chalki Route Map
Nisyros to Chalki takes about an hour and twenty minutes on Dodekanisos Seaways' fast catamarans, Dodekanisos Express and Dodekanisos Pride. These are quick, modern craft with airline-style seating and limited outside deck, built for short Dodecanese hops. Vehicles are not the point here, so treat it as a foot-passenger route.
Chalki is a tiny island just off the west coast of Rhodes, very small and largely undeveloped. The harbour at Emborio, effectively the island's only town, is lined with pastel neoclassical houses that make it one of the prettier arrivals in the Dodecanese. Quiet beaches and a slow pace are the reasons to come, and the population is small enough that everything is walkable.
Sailings run a couple of times a week rather than daily. Current departure times and fares are shown in the timetable below, with fares starting around €24. Chalki has more frequent links to Rhodes, so routing via Rhodes is often the fallback if the direct catamaran does not run on your day.
Nisyros to Chalki Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €24.00 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 | €24.00 | Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride |
Weekly Nisyros to Chalki 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:05 | 14:25 | 1h 20m | €24.00 | 2026-11-10 to 2027-03-30 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 13:10 | 14:30 | 1h 20m | €24.00 | 2026-10-13 to 2026-11-03 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:10 | 14:30 | 1h 20m | €24.00 | 2026-10-15 to 2027-05-06 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 13:10 | 14:30 | 1h 20m | €24.00 | 2026-11-05 to 2026-11-05 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 13:10 | 14:30 | 1h 20m | €24.00 | 2027-04-06 to 2027-05-04 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Pride high-speed | 14:30 | 15:50 | 1h 20m | €24.00 | now to 2026-10-07 | Book the Dodekanisos Pride sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 15:35 | 17:00 | 1h 25m | €24.00 | 2026-09-03 to 2027-07-01 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 15:35 | 17:00 | 1h 25m | €24.00 | 2026-10-27 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing | |
| Dodekanisos Seaways | Dodekanisos Express high-speed | 15:55 | 17:15 | 1h 20m | €24.00 | 2027-07-08 to 2027-07-22 | Book the Dodekanisos Express sailing |
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Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Nisyros to Chalki between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 14:30 | 15:50 | 1h 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 15:55 | 17:15 | 1h 20m | Dodekanisos Express | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 14:30 | 15:50 | 1h 20m | Dodekanisos Pride | Dodekanisos Seaways |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 15:35 | 17:00 | 1h 25m | Dodekanisos Express | Dodekanisos Seaways |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Nisyros to Chalki?
Ferries from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Wednesday and Thursday. Sailings are published in every month of the year.
Are there ferries from Nisyros to Chalki today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 26 August 2026, at 14:30. Departures fall on Wednesday and Thursday.
How many ferries run from Nisyros to Chalki this week?
2 sailings from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Nisyros to Chalki?
Scheduled departures from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki) leave at 14:30, 15:35 and 15:55.
How long is the ferry from Nisyros to Chalki?
The fastest crossing from Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki) takes 1h 20m and the slowest 1h 25m.
How much does the Nisyros to Chalki ferry cost?
Published fares for the Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki) ferry start from €24.00 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 Nisyros to Chalki route?
The Nisyros (Mandraki) to Chalki (Halki) route is served by Dodekanisos Seaways. Crossings run on high-speed vessels.
Tips for the Nisyros to Chalki ferry
- The sea temperature in the Aegean ranges from around 15°C in winter to 27–28°C in late summer; falling overboard in winter is a serious emergency.
- Economy deck class is the cheapest option and perfectly comfortable on short crossings – you have access to indoor seating, outside decks, and all onboard facilities.
- Booking the earliest possible outward sailing gives you the most time on the island and reduces pressure on your return connection.
- Ticket prices on some routes include a mandatory port surcharge; on others it is separate – the checkout total will clarify this before you pay.
- A portable power bank is one of the most useful things to carry – reliable mains power is not guaranteed on any vessel.
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