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Updated: February 15, 2026 • By Santorini Dave
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A ferry bound for Mykonos boarding passengers at the Athinios port in Santorini. The SeaJets are the fastest ferries on the Santorini-Mykonos route.
Disembarking from a SeaJet Ferry at the New Port in Mykonos.
Santorini to Mykonos Ferries – My Advice
- The Main Route: Taking the ferry is the standard way to travel. It is a direct shot north through the Cyclades.
- Booking: Essential. This is the #1 tourist route in Greece. For July/August, book at least 2 to 3 months in advance via FerryHopper.com to guarantee a seat.
- Departure Port: Ferries depart from Athinios Port. Warning: Athinios is located at the bottom of the caldera cliffs. The road down is steep and prone to massive traffic jams. The best way to get there is the public bus from Fira (it leaves the central station about one hour before every ferry departure). Private transfers are also a good option but book them early. If desperate, use the Uber app to hail a ride.
- Arrival Port: You arrive at the New Port (Tourlos) in Mykonos, located 2km north of Mykonos Town. Do not expect to walk to your hotel from here; have a transfer waiting or plan to take the Sea Bus or public bus (cheaper but often very crowded) to Mykonos Town.
- Schedule: Service runs daily from late March to October. In peak summer (June–Sept), there are 5 to 8 departures per day. The most popular boats leave between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM.
- Vessels & Duration: The trip takes 2 to 3 hours for the most direct ferries. Unlike other routes, this leg is almost exclusively served by high-speed catamarans (SeaJets WorldChampion Jet, Golden Star Superexpress). Conventional slow ferries are rare on this specific connection.
- Ticket Prices: Tickets are expensive on this route. Expect to pay roughly €100 to €110 for a standard Economy seat. Business or VIP seats (recommended for more space) range from €130 to €160.
- Seasickness Alert: This specific stretch of open sea is notoriously windy (Meltemi). High-speed ferries can be very bumpy. If you are sensitive, take Dramamine 30 minutes before boarding and sit in the lower, central section of the ship (Economy), not the upper VIP deck which sways more.
How to buy tickets and use E-Tickets?
The process is now fully digital and simple.
- Where to buy: I only use Ferryhopper.com. It connects to all the ferry databases, allows you to compare fast vs. slow boats easily, and handles the E-Ticket process seamlessly for you.
- The E-Ticket Process: After you book, you will receive a confirmation email. For most companies (like SeaJets), you complete a quick Online Check-in (usually available 48 hours before departure) to generate your actual Boarding Pass.
- Boarding: You simply download the Boarding Pass (which is a QR Code) to your phone. When you walk up to the ferry ramp, a crew member scans your phone screen. That is it. You do not need to print anything.
- Best seats: I recommend Business or VIP if available (nicer seats in a more relaxed setting).
Example Santorini to Mykonos Ferry Schedule
Santorini to Mykonos ferry schedules on Ferryhopper.com.
Common Ferries from Santorini to Mykonos
The SeaJets ferries are the fastest boats from Santorini to Mykonos.
General seating on the Worldchampion Jet ferry from Santorini to Mykonos.
Business (club class) and VIP (platinum) seating has tables and more space. Also the best views are found in Business and VIP.
The SeaJets Super Jet ferry from Santorini to Mykonos. This is a small catamaran and it can offer a very bumpy ride in choppy seas. Choose a different ferry if you’re prone to seasickness.
The SeaJets Seajet II from Santorini to Mykonos. This is a small catamaran and it can offer a very bumpy ride in choppy seas. Choose a different ferry if you’re prone to seasickness.
The SeaJets Power Jet ferry from Santorini to Mykonos. Larger ferry with good stable ride.
The SeaJets Naxos Jet ferry from Santorini to Mykonos. Larger ferry with good stable ride.
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