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Flights to Santorini.
Santorini International Airport (JTR). 6km from Fira, 17km from Oia.
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- From
- €54
- Flight time from Athens
- 45 min
- Airlines operating
- 8
- From Athens
- 15-20 daily
01Airport Info
About Santorini Airport.
Santorini Airport (JTR) is the keystone aviation hub of the Cyclades and Greece's most iconic island gateway. Located near Kamari village, the airport handles over 2 million passengers annually with year-round domestic connections and a massive summer surge of direct European flights.
In 2026, Santorini benefits from expanded nonstop capacity, with 15-20 daily domestic flights from Athens and direct summer routes from London, Paris, Munich, Rome, Amsterdam, and more. Prices range from €54 in low season to €145+ during peak July-August.
Pro tip: Use the "Open-Jaw" strategy, fly into Santorini, ferry to Mykonos or Paros, and fly home from there. This eliminates the 5-8 hour return ferry to Athens.
- Runway
- 2,125m runway capable of handling A320/B737 and seasonal wide-body charters
- Facilities
- Car rental desks at arrivals
- ATM & currency exchange
- Café & snack bar
- Duty-free shop (departures)
- Free WiFi
- Taxi rank outside terminal
02Flight Routes
Where can you fly from?
| From | Frequency | Flight Time | From | Search flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens ATH | 15-20 daily | 45 min | €54 | Search flights Athens to Santorini (opens in a new tab) |
| Thessaloniki SKG | 2-3 daily (summer) | 1h 10min | €65 | Search flights Thessaloniki to Santorini (opens in a new tab) |
| London LGW | Daily (May-Oct) | 3h 45min | €89 | Search flights London to Santorini (opens in a new tab) |
| Paris CDG | 4-5 weekly (summer) | 3h 20min | €95 | Search flights Paris to Santorini (opens in a new tab) |
| Munich MUC | 3-4 weekly (summer) | 2h 45min | €110 | Search flights Munich to Santorini (opens in a new tab) |
| Rome FCO | 3-4 weekly (summer) | 2h 15min | €85 | Search flights Rome to Santorini (opens in a new tab) |
Source: Discover Cyclades flight route data; fares are indicative one-way economy fares.
Direct international flights to Santorini
| City | Airlines | Flight Time | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| London, UK | easyJet, British Airways, Jet2 | 3h 45m | Seasonal · May-Oct |
| Paris, France | Air France, Transavia | 3h 20m | Seasonal · May-Oct |
| Munich, Germany | Lufthansa, Eurowings | 2h 45m | Seasonal · May-Oct |
| Rome, Italy | ITA Airways, Volotea | 2h 15m | Seasonal · May-Oct |
| Amsterdam, Netherlands | Transavia, KLM | 3h 30m | Seasonal · Jun-Sep |
| Zurich, Switzerland | Edelweiss, Swiss | 2h 50m | Seasonal · Jun-Sep |
03Airlines
Airlines flying to Santorini.
Aegean Airlines
A3 · Flag carrier
Olympic Air
OA · Regional
SKY express
GQ · Low-cost
easyJet
U2 · Low-cost
British Airways
BA · Flag carrier
Ryanair
FR · Low-cost
Lufthansa
LH · Flag carrier
Transavia
HV · Low-cost
04Seasonal Pricing
When to book for best prices.
Demand peaks in July, when flights run 20-25 daily at an average of €145.
| Month | Flights/Day | Avg Price | Weather | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8-10 daily | €54 | 12°C, rainy | low |
| February | 8-10 daily | €52 | 13°C, mild | low |
| March | 10-12 daily | €58 | 15°C, spring | low |
| April | 12-15 daily | €68 | 18°C, pleasant | medium |
| May | 15-18 daily | €85 | 22°C, warm | medium |
| June | 18-22 daily | €110 | 26°C, hot | high |
| July | 20-25 daily | €145 | 28°C, hot | peak |
| August | 20-25 daily | €145 | 28°C, hot | peak |
| September | 18-22 daily | €95 | 25°C, warm | high |
| October | 12-15 daily | €72 | 21°C, pleasant | medium |
| November | 8-10 daily | €55 | 17°C, mild | low |
| December | 8-10 daily | €58 | 14°C, cool | low |
Open-jaw strategy
Open-Jaw Tip for Santorini.
Fly into Santorini (JTR), ferry to Mykonos (2h), fly home from Mykonos (JMK). Saves 5-8 hours vs returning to Athens by ferry.
05Getting There
From Santorini Airport to your hotel.
Local Bus
€1.80-2.50
15-20min · KTEL bus to Fira bus station, then connect to Oia, Kamari, Perissa
Taxi
€20-45
10-30min to main areas
Private Transfer
€35-60
10-35min · pre-booked
Airport transfers
06Pro Tips
Travel tips for Santorini.
- 01Book domestic flights 6-8 weeks ahead for best prices
- 02International flights: book 2-3 months ahead for summer
- 03April is statistically the cheapest month to fly
- 04Booking on Sundays saves 6-13% compared to Fridays
- 05Use the Open-Jaw strategy: fly in to JTR, ferry to Mykonos, fly out of JMK
- 06Pre-book your airport transfer, taxis are scarce during peak arrivals
- 07Arrive 2 hours before international flights, 90min for domestic
- 08Consider flying into Athens + ferry for a scenic alternative
FAQ
Common questions about flights to Santorini.
- No. All North American travelers must connect through Athens (ATH) or a major European hub like London, Paris, or Frankfurt. From Athens, the domestic flight to Santorini is only 45 minutes.
- Flights from Athens to Santorini start at €54 one-way with Olympic Air or SKY express. Aegean Airlines offers premium service from €65. Peak season (July-August) prices reach €120-145. Book 6-8 weeks ahead for best rates.
- From Athens: 45 minutes. From Thessaloniki: 1 hour 10 minutes. From London: 3 hours 45 minutes. From Paris: 3 hours 20 minutes. From Rome: 2 hours 15 minutes. From Munich: 2 hours 45 minutes.
- Domestic (year-round): Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air, SKY express. International (May-Oct): easyJet, British Airways, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Transavia, Air France, Vueling, Jet2, ITA Airways, and more, over 15 carriers total.
- April is statistically the cheapest month with fares from €45-68. November-March also offers low fares (€50-65). Pro tip: booking on Sundays saves 6-13% compared to Fridays.
- KTEL local bus to Fira costs €1.80-2.50 (15min). Taxis are €20-45 depending on destination. Pre-booked private transfers cost €35-60. For luxury travelers heading to Oia, we recommend pre-booking a transfer.
- Yes! easyJet, British Airways, and Jet2 operate direct flights from London Gatwick to Santorini (May-October). Flight time is 3 hours 45 minutes. Off-season, connect via Athens.
- Fly into Santorini (JTR), island-hop by ferry to Mykonos or Paros, then fly home from there. This eliminates the 5-8 hour return ferry to Athens and lets you see multiple islands efficiently.
- Aegean/Olympic: 23kg checked + 8kg cabin. SKY express: 23kg + 6kg cabin. Low-cost carriers vary, Ryanair charges extra for checked bags, easyJet includes 15kg on some fares.
- Flying is faster (45 min vs 5-8 hours by ferry) but costlier (€54-145 vs €35-50). Ferries offer scenic views and can carry vehicles. Many travelers fly to Santorini, then ferry to other islands.
- For domestic flights within Greece, arrive 90 minutes before departure. For international flights, arrive 2 hours early. During peak summer months (July-August), add an extra 30 minutes as security lines can be long.
- Santorini Airport is relatively small but well-equipped. Facilities include car rental desks at arrivals, ATMs and currency exchange, a café and snack bar, duty-free shopping in the departures area, free WiFi throughout, and a taxi rank outside the terminal.
- Yes! Multiple car rental agencies have desks at Santorini Airport arrivals, including Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar, and local companies. Pre-booking online is highly recommended, especially in peak season, as availability is limited and prices increase significantly for walk-ins.
- Strong winds (especially Meltemi in summer) can occasionally cause delays or cancellations at Santorini Airport. Airlines will rebook you on the next available flight. For EU/EEA flights, you may be entitled to compensation under EU261 regulations. Always book refundable accommodation for your first night or have flexible plans.
- Direct flights from Santorini primarily serve Athens and Thessaloniki domestically. For other islands like Mykonos, Crete, or Rhodes, you typically need to connect via Athens or take a ferry. The ferry network from Santorini is extensive and often more practical for inter-island travel.
Island Hopping
Where to go from Santorini.
Mykonos
ferry2-2.5h · €45-65
High-speed ferries 3-5x daily
Ios
ferry20-55min · €6.50-15
Closest island, quick ferry hop
Naxos
ferry1.5-2h · €35-50
Paros
ferry2-3h · €40-55
Folegandros
ferry45min-2h · €12-25
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