Heraklion – Santorini (Thira)
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
Heraklion – Santorini (Thira)
Ferries to Cyclades Islands
The Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) ferry route is provided by 2 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) is approximately 1 hour 35 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) cost around $51 and $844, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Heraklion to Santorini (Thira).
Heraklion Santorini (Thira) ferry sailings typycally depart from Heraklion at around 04:30. The last ferry leaves at 23:45.
The Heraklion Santorini (Thira) ferry trip can take around 1 hour 35 minutes. The fastest Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) ferry is around 1 hour 35 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 6 weekly sailings from Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) serviced by Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Heraklion Santorini (Thira) ferry prices typically range between $51* and $844*. The average price is typically $282*. The cheapest ferries from Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) start from $51*. The average price for a foot passenger is $281*. The average price for a car is $319*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.
The distance between Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) is approximately 68 miles (109km) or 59 nautical miles.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets allow cars on board ferries between Heraklion and Santorini (Thira). Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Heraklion and Santorini (Thira).
Foot passengers can travel on the Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) ferry with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets.
Pets can travel on ferries from Heraklion to Santorini (Thira) with SeaJets. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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The Greek city of Heraklion is the capital and largest city on the island of Crete. A popular visitor attraction near the city is Knossos, which is around 5 km from Heraklion. This important archaeological site was the Palace of King Minos and home to the Minotaur, if legend is to be believed. The palace was built over the remains of a former Neolithic settlement in around 1900 BC.
An important attraction in the city itself is the Archaeological Museum which can be found on one corner of the central Eleftherias Square, in a converted power station. The museum collects and displays many artefacts from Knossos, Archanes, Phaestos, Zakros and many other important archaeological sites on the island. The museum's collection spans several thousand years and includes the Phaestos disc, classic Hellenic and Roman sculptures, frescos, jewellery, wall paintings and pottery.
Visitors to Heraklion can take a ferry from the port, which is important for both passenger services and cargo, to destinations including Santorini, Ios, Paros, Mykonos and Rhodes. There are also daily sailings to the mainland port of Piraeus.
The Greek island of Santorini is one of the Cyclades group of islands that lies in the south Aegean Sea. The island has very much been shaped by its volcanic past which has created a rather unusual landscape in places. A popular site on the island is the water filled 'Caldera' crater and is surrounded by a wall of colourful cliffs which are packed full of charming houses. The island is also known for its lovely beaches, its busy port, its archaeological finds and the wonderful sunsets which are best viewed from the village of Oia, on the island's northernmost tip.
The island's beaches are distinctive in that they are mainly made up of dark volcanic sands, which can get very hot during the summer, and therefore a sun lounger or towel are an essential piece of kit. The best beaches tend to be located around the eastern coastline and always popular is the stretch found at Perissa. However, a little to the south is Perivolos Beach which is also lovely as is Red Beach which is close to ancient Akrotiri, where the red cliffs are hard to miss.
