Santorini to Mykonos Ferry

Ferry operators on the Santorini to Mykonos route

Two main companies operate the Santorini to Mykonos ferry route, with seasonal additional service from smaller operators.

SeaJets runs high-speed catamarans almost exclusively on this connection. The WorldChampion Jet is the fastest vessel at 1 hour 50 minutes; the Champion Jet 3 and Supercat Jet also operate the route. SeaJets provides the highest frequency, with multiple daily departures throughout summer.

Golden Star Ferries operates high-speed vessels including the SuperExpress series, with crossings around 3 hours 20 minutes. Golden Star offers a 30 percent return discount when booking same-day round trips.

Hoper provides seasonal additional service. Conventional ferries are rare on this specific connection; most travelers take a high-speed catamaran.

How long is the ferry from Santorini to Mykonos?

The fastest ferry is the SeaJets WorldChampion Jet at 1 hour 50 minutes. Most direct crossings take 2 to 2 hours 30 minutes. Longer multi-stop services can take up to 3 hours 20 minutes. Almost all ferries on this route are high-speed catamarans; conventional vessels are rare on this specific connection.

How much does the Santorini to Mykonos ferry cost?

Standard tickets start at €57 with the cheapest available fares. Most economy seats range from €85 to €110. Business or VIP class seats range from €130 to €160. Cars cost approximately €50 per crossing on services that accept vehicles. This route has the highest per-mile prices in Greece due to demand and high-speed-only operation.

Departure and arrival ports

Ferries depart from Athinios Port, the main passenger port of Santorini, located 8 kilometers southwest of Fira. The port is at the bottom of the caldera; the road down is steep and prone to traffic. The most reliable way to reach Athinios is the public bus from Fira's central station, which arrives one hour before each scheduled ferry departure.

Ferries arrive at the New Port of Mykonos in Tourlos, 2 kilometers north of Mykonos Town. Local buses, the Sea Bus shuttle, and taxis connect the port with the town. Pre-booking a transfer is recommended in peak season.

When to book your Santorini to Mykonos ferry

This is the most demanded island-hopping route in Greece. For travel in July and August, book at least 2 to 3 months in advance. The most popular departures are between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM. Cabins, business class seats, and car spots sell out earliest. Day trips are not feasible, the shortest crossing is 1 hour 50 minutes one way, and same-day return options do not exist.

Travel tip: book the larger SeaJets vessels for stability

SeaJets operates several catamarans on this route at very different sizes. The smaller vessels (Superjet, Seajet 2) can be notably bumpy in choppy seas. The larger ones, WorldChampion Jet, Power Jet, Naxos Jet, provide a much more stable ride. If you are sensitive to motion, choose a larger vessel even if the crossing is slightly slower or more expensive.