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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€100
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€105
Fastest journey on Sep 08
1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
1 h 58 m
Ferries on Sep 08
2
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chania to Santorini (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chania to Santorini (Island) will cost around €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €100.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 2 ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island), including 2 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct ferries cover the 163 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 18:00 AM1h35Heraklion Port9:35 AMAthinios Port€1001One-way0 transfers- ELITE JET8:00 AM2h20Port of Rethymno10:20 AMAthinios Port€1101One-way0 transfers
- CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 18:00 AM1h35Heraklion Port9:35 AMAthinios Port€1001One-way0 transfers
- ELITE JET8:00 AM2h20Port of Rethymno10:20 AMAthinios Port€1101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Chania to Santorini (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chania to Santorini (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €78 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €78, while a flight costs an average of €148.
Distance: 88 nautical miles (163 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€78 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price | €12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chania to Santorini (Island):
A ferry is €71 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chania to Santorini (Island) costing on average €148.
Other travel options to Santorini (Island) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 31m.
Chania to Santorini (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 1h35 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 4h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Chania to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chania to Santorini (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 1 | 8:00 AM Heraklion Port | 1h35 | 9:35 AM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ELITE JET | 8:00 AM Port of Rethymno | 2h20 | 10:20 AM Athinios Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Chania to Santorini (Island) ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Santorini (Island).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Seajets with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Chania to Santorini (Island).
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries or Fast Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Santorini (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Chania to Santorini (Island).
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chania to Santorini (Island)
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Ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 88 nautical miles (163 km) distance in 1h 35m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.
Distance 88 nautical miles (163 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 1h 35m |
First ferry 12:20 AM |
Last ferry 11:50 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Chania to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Chania to Santorini (Island) with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Chania to Santorini (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chania to Santorini (Island) by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santorini (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Chania to Santorini (Island)
Most Chania to Santorini (Island) ferries use the Heraklion Port to Thira Santorini Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Chania and Santorini (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Santorini (Island) port do ferries from Chania arrive at?
Getting to Thira Santorini Port from Santorini city centre
Thira Santorini Port is 3 km from Santorini city centre. Public transport options include:
Thira Santorini Port port facilities and services
Thira Santorini Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Roka Kafeneio (0.6km), To Psaraki (0.8km), The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available at the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Thira Santorini Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Thira Santorini Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Thira Santorini Port.
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