Travel Santorini to Crete

Santorini to Crete

      There are two transport options linking Santorini and Crete, and this page breaks down their timetables, travel times and ticket prices.

      Travel options for Santorini to Crete

      The quickest and most affordable way to get from Santorini to Crete is by a flight for 55 EUR, taking only 45 minutes.

      Flight from Santorini to Crete

      Fly from JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion in Santorini to HER Heraklion Airport in Crete in approximately 45 minutes. Flights fares starting at 55 EUR. Check schedules and book your seat here to secure a smooth and timely journey.

      Prices: 55 EUR

      Duration: 45m ⏱

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      Combined from Santorini to Crete

      For a combined transport route between Santorini and Crete, departures are available from JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion with fares starting at 134 EUR. Expect to reach CHQ Chania Daskalogiannis Airport or HER Heraklion Airport after roughly 2 hours 35 minutes. Plan ahead and secure your trip explore van options.

      Prices: 134 EUR

      Duration: 2h 35m – 16h 45m ⏱

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      Distance Santorini to Crete

      The distance between Santorini and Crete is 151.4 kilometers.

      Santorini to Crete Transportation Comparison

      Compare transport options side by side using key travel metrics to find the best way to get from Santorini to Crete

      Flight
      Combined
      Average price
      61 EUR
      186 EUR
      Cheapest price
      55 EUR
      134 EUR
      Average duration
      0h 45m
      7h 44m
      Minimum duration
      0h 45m
      2h 35m
      Number of departures
      3
      90
      Tickets
      Operators
      Aegean Airlines, Aegean
      Sky Express, Aegean Airlines

      Flight Routes & Schedules from Santorini to Crete

      Catch your nonstop flight at JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion, the only direct connection from Santorini to Crete. Flights depart from 17:35 until 17:35, and the journey in the air typically lasts around 0h 45m before touching down at HER Heraklion Airport. Fares start from 55 to 66 EUR, and you can consult the full timetable for the Santorini–Crete route to select the departure that suits your schedule and book your seat in advance.

      Departure stations
      JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion
      Arrival stations
      HER Heraklion Airport

      Flight Timetable: JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion → HER Heraklion Airport

      • 17:35 18:20 45m 63 EUR
      • 17:35 18:20 45m 66 EUR
      • 17:35 18:20 45m 55 EUR

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      Combined Routes & Schedules from Santorini to Crete

      - Travel from JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion to CHQ Chania Daskalogiannis Airport on a mixed transport ride, covering the route in about 2h 35m to 16h 45m. Departures run from 08:30 until 21:45, and tickets begin at 144 to 340 EUR.
      - From JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion, embark on a combined transport journey to HER Heraklion Airport, lasting around 2h 35m to 16h 35m. Services run from 06:00 until 21:45, and fares begin at 134 to 285 EUR.

      Departure stations
      JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion
      Arrival stations
      CHQ Chania Daskalogiannis Airport
      HER Heraklion Airport

      Combined Timetable: JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion → CHQ Chania Daskalogiannis Airport

      • 08:30 14:30 6h 250 EUR
      • 08:30 14:30 6h 247 EUR
      • 08:30 22:05 13h 35m 215 EUR
      • 08:30 18:30 10h 247 EUR
      • 11:25 14:30 3h 5m 340 EUR
      • 11:25 22:05 10h 40m 282 EUR
      • 11:25 14:30 3h 5m 337 EUR
      • 11:25 18:30 7h 5m 323 EUR
      • 11:55 14:30 2h 35m 340 EUR
      • 11:55 18:30 6h 35m 327 EUR
      • 11:55 14:30 2h 35m 337 EUR
      • 11:55 18:30 6h 35m 323 EUR
      • 11:55 22:05 10h 10m 247 EUR
      • 15:25 07:40 16h 15m 146 EUR
      • 15:25 07:40 16h 15m 144 EUR
      • 15:25 18:30 3h 5m 323 EUR
      • 15:25 22:05 6h 40m 215 EUR
      • 17:55 22:05 4h 10m 217 EUR
      • 17:55 07:40 13h 45m 146 EUR
      • 17:55 22:05 4h 10m 215 EUR
      • 17:55 07:40 13h 45m 144 EUR
      • 18:15 22:05 3h 50m 217 EUR
      • 18:15 07:40 13h 25m 146 EUR
      • 18:15 07:40 13h 25m 144 EUR
      • 18:15 22:05 3h 50m 215 EUR
      • 21:45 07:40 9h 55m 146 EUR
      • 21:45 14:30 16h 45m 217 EUR
      • 21:45 14:30 16h 45m 215 EUR
      • 21:45 07:40 9h 55m 144 EUR

      Combined Timetable: JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion → HER Heraklion Airport

      • 06:00 08:50 2h 50m 154 EUR
      • 06:00 10:55 4h 55m 154 EUR
      • 06:00 12:15 6h 15m 154 EUR
      • 08:25 14:20 5h 55m 175 EUR
      • 08:25 12:15 3h 50m 175 EUR
      • 08:30 19:55 11h 25m 170 EUR
      • 08:30 16:35 8h 5m 170 EUR
      • 08:30 21:45 13h 15m 170 EUR
      • 08:30 18:15 9h 45m 170 EUR
      • 08:30 19:55 11h 25m 168 EUR
      • 08:30 16:35 8h 5m 168 EUR
      • 08:30 21:45 13h 15m 168 EUR
      • 08:30 18:15 9h 45m 168 EUR
      • 09:10 12:15 3h 5m 175 EUR
      • 09:10 14:20 5h 10m 175 EUR
      • 11:25 19:55 8h 30m 160 EUR
      • 11:25 16:35 5h 10m 170 EUR
      • 11:25 21:45 10h 20m 170 EUR
      • 11:25 19:55 8h 30m 158 EUR
      • 11:25 18:15 6h 50m 170 EUR
      • 11:25 18:15 6h 50m 168 EUR
      • 11:25 21:45 10h 20m 168 EUR
      • 11:25 16:35 5h 10m 168 EUR
      • 11:45 17:45 6h 225 EUR
      • 11:45 14:20 2h 35m 225 EUR
      • 11:55 19:55 8h 160 EUR
      • 11:55 18:15 6h 20m 170 EUR
      • 11:55 16:35 4h 40m 170 EUR
      • 11:55 21:45 9h 50m 170 EUR
      • 11:55 16:35 4h 40m 168 EUR
      • 11:55 18:15 6h 20m 168 EUR
      • 11:55 19:55 8h 158 EUR
      • 11:55 21:45 9h 50m 168 EUR
      • 12:30 17:45 5h 15m 285 EUR
      • 15:05 17:45 2h 40m 175 EUR
      • 15:05 21:15 6h 10m 175 EUR
      • 15:05 22:40 7h 35m 175 EUR
      • 15:25 18:15 2h 50m 134 EUR
      • 15:25 08:00 16h 35m 146 EUR
      • 15:25 19:55 4h 30m 146 EUR
      • 15:25 21:45 6h 20m 146 EUR
      • 15:25 18:15 2h 50m 146 EUR
      • 15:25 19:55 4h 30m 144 EUR
      • 15:25 08:00 16h 35m 144 EUR
      • 15:25 18:15 2h 50m 144 EUR
      • 15:25 21:45 6h 20m 144 EUR
      • 16:35 21:15 4h 40m 154 EUR
      • 16:35 22:40 6h 5m 154 EUR
      • 17:55 21:45 3h 50m 146 EUR
      • 17:55 08:00 14h 5m 146 EUR
      • 17:55 21:45 3h 50m 144 EUR
      • 17:55 08:00 14h 5m 144 EUR
      • 17:55 21:45 3h 50m 134 EUR
      • 18:15 08:00 13h 45m 146 EUR
      • 18:15 21:45 3h 30m 146 EUR
      • 18:15 21:45 3h 30m 134 EUR
      • 18:15 21:45 3h 30m 144 EUR
      • 18:15 08:00 13h 45m 144 EUR
      • 18:40 22:40 4h 134 EUR
      • 21:45 08:00 10h 15m 146 EUR
      • 21:45 08:00 10h 15m 144 EUR

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      Frequently Asked Questions Santorini to Crete

      Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santorini to Crete.

      How much does the Santorini to Crete route usually cost?

      For Santorini to Crete, the available fares range from 55 EUR to 340 EUR. The lower end is for flights, while the broader combined range includes all listed options on this route.

      What is the typical travel time from Santorini to Crete, and why can it vary so much?

      Travel time on Santorini to Crete ranges from about 2 hours 35 minutes to roughly 16 hours 45 minutes. It varies because the route includes different transport options and different airport pairings, which produce very different journey lengths.

      Which is the cheapest way to travel from Santorini to Crete?

      The cheapest listed option from Santorini to Crete is by flight, with fares from 55 EUR to 66 EUR. The combined route range starts higher because it also includes more expensive options.

      Which option is the fastest on the Santorini to Crete route?

      The fastest listed option from Santorini to Crete is the flight to Heraklion Airport. The route data does not give a flight duration, but it is the quickest option among those shown.

      Where do trips from Santorini to Crete depart and arrive?

      Trips on Santorini to Crete depart from JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion. Arrivals are listed at CHQ Chania Daskalogiannis Airport and HER Heraklion Airport, depending on the specific service.

      How often do Santorini to Crete services run, and what are the first and last departures?

      For Santorini to Crete, the first departure is at 06:00 and the last departure is at 21:45. A regular frequency is not listed, so departures appear to be scheduled at specific times rather than every set number of minutes.

      What should I know about the flight from Santorini to Crete?

      The flight option on Santorini to Crete runs from JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion to HER Heraklion Airport. It costs 55 EUR to 66 EUR, and the listed departure time is 17:35.

      Is there more than one airport arrival option on the Santorini to Crete route?

      Yes. Santorini to Crete services arrive either at CHQ Chania Daskalogiannis Airport or at HER Heraklion Airport. The departure point is JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion in both cases.

      How many Santorini to Crete trips are listed?

      There are 90 listed trips on the Santorini to Crete route across the available options. That gives travelers several scheduled choices rather than a single daily service.

      What is the price difference between the flight and the overall Santorini to Crete range?

      Flights on Santorini to Crete are priced at 55 EUR to 66 EUR. The overall route range is 134 EUR to 340 EUR, so the flight option sits well below the combined maximum and minimum.

      Which Santorini to Crete connection takes the longest?

      The longest listed Santorini to Crete connection is from JTR Santorini Island Airport, Heraklion to CHQ Chania Daskalogiannis Airport, at about 16 hours 45 minutes. The same departure point to HER Heraklion Airport is slightly shorter.

      Where can I book Santorini to Crete tickets?

      For Santorini to Crete, tickets can be checked and booked on TicketRoutes.com. The route page lists the available services, prices, and departure times in one place.


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