Aegean Flying Dolphins

Aegean Flying Dolphins is a Greek hydrofoil operator founded in 2006 and based in Piraeus. The company specialises in fast passenger crossings between Piraeus and the Saronic Gulf islands and between Volos and the Sporades. Its fleet of three hydrofoils carries foot passengers only and operates mainly during the high season.

Key facts

Company type: Greek hydrofoil operator (passenger only)
Founded: 2006
Headquarters: Piraeus, Greece
Fleet: 3 hydrofoils (Athina, Venus I, Erato)
Cruising speed: Around 32 knots
Service area: Saronic Gulf and Sporades
Vehicles: Not carried (foot passengers only)
Boarding window: 40 minutes before departure
E-tickets: Not available — collect at port booth

Top Aegean Flying Dolphins routes on SimpleFerry

Piraeus → Aegina
Piraeus → Agistri (Myloi)
Piraeus → Methana
Piraeus → Poros
Volos → Skiathos
Volos → Skopelos
Volos → Alonissos

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Piraeus → Aegina Piraeus → Agistri Piraeus → Methana Piraeus → Poros Volos → Skiathos Volos → Skopelos

Fleet and onboard experience

The fleet consists of three hydrofoils: Athina, Venus I and Erato. All three are foot-passenger vessels with airline-style seating, no cabins and no vehicle decks. Onboard amenities are minimal by design — these are short crossings of 30 minutes to two hours, focused on speed rather than entertainment. Passengers sit in numbered seats during the journey. Hydrofoils typically operate at around 32 knots, which makes them the fastest scheduled service in the Saronic Gulf and a useful option for day trips from Athens to Aegina, Agistri or Poros.

Booking, check-in and luggage on SimpleFerry

Aegean Flying Dolphins tickets sold through SimpleFerry are confirmed by booking reference, but the operator does not currently issue printable e-tickets. Passengers exchange the booking reference for a paper ticket at the port booth before boarding. Boarding closes 40 minutes before departure, after which late arrivals cannot board. Plan to be at the port at least one hour before scheduled departure during the summer. Hand luggage is allowed at no additional charge. Hydrofoils have very limited luggage space, so oversized bags or sports equipment may not be accepted. Vehicles, motorcycles and bicycles are not carried.

Pet policy

Pets travel only in pet kennels with valid health documentation. Unaccompanied pets are not accepted on Aegean Flying Dolphins crossings.

Frequently asked questions

Does Aegean Flying Dolphins carry cars?

No. The fleet is hydrofoils only, designed for foot passengers. Travellers with vehicles need to use a Ro-Pax operator on the same routes.

Are tickets issued as e-tickets?

No. Aegean Flying Dolphins tickets are paper tickets exchanged at the port booth before boarding. The SimpleFerry booking reference is what the booth uses to issue them.

What discounts are available?

Children aged 0-5 travel free, children aged 5-10 receive a 50% discount, and Greek public-university students get a student discount on weekday departures.

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