The cheapest and fastest ferries from Malia to Santorini (Island)
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€103
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€103
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 40 m
Ferries on Sep 17
1
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Malia 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 Malia to Santorini (Island) will cost around €103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €103.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 1 ferries from Malia to Santorini (Island), including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct ferries cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 40 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.
5:00 AM1h40Malia6:40 AMSantorini (Island)€1031One-way0 transfers
5:00 AM1h40Malia6:40 AMSantorini (Island)€1031One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Malia to Santorini (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Malia 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 ferry costs an average of €78.
Distance: 66 nautical miles (124 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
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€78 Average price Cheapest | €7 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Malia to Santorini (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 46h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 4h20 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Malia to Santorini (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Malia to Santorini (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 AM Malia | 1h40 | 6:40 AM Santorini (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Malia to Santorini (Island) by ferry
Compare ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Malia 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 Malia to Santorini (Island).
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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 Malia to Santorini (Island).
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Malia to Santorini (Island)
Ferries from Malia 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 01:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest ferry covers the 66 nautical miles (124 km) distance in 1h 35m. There are 9 sailings per week. Ferries from Malia to Santorini (Island) are available to foot passengers.



Distance 66 nautical miles (124 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 1h 35m |
First ferry 1:15 AM |
Last ferry 11:50 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries from Malia to Santorini (Island)You can travel by ferry between Malia 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 Malia to Santorini (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malia 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 Malia to Santorini (Island)
Most Malia to Santorini (Island) ferries use the Heraklion Port to Thira Santorini Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Malia 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 Malia 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.
