Checked offer from Rhodes to Santorini: Flight (1 stop), about 1h 50min, from €97.
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Practical tips
In high season, seats on island routes and connecting flights sell out well ahead. Lock in your booking as soon as your dates are fixed, and favour flexible fares so a change of plan doesn't leave you stranded.
Book the whole trip on a single ticket where possible. If your first flight is late, the airline then has to rebook you, which matters a lot when onward flights to Santorini are limited.
If any part of your trip includes a boat from Athens, confirm whether it departs from Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio. They are far apart, and going to the wrong one is a costly mistake.
Island flights often have tighter baggage allowances than ferries. Check the carry-on and hold limits on your fare before leaving, especially if you've been collecting souvenirs and beach gear across the islands.
Book your hotel transfer or check the airport bus options ahead of time, especially for late arrivals. Transport on the island thins out in the evening, and taxis can be scarce in peak season.
The journey experience
Going from Rhodes to Santorini is a classic island-hopping question, and the fastest way to settle it is to compare your options side by side instead of guessing. Timetables shift with the season, and links between the Dodecanese and the Cyclades don't always run every day, so a clear view of time, price and frequency saves a lot of stress.
The option confirmed for this route is a flight with a stopover. It suits you if you want to avoid long overland transfers, keep your onward plans intact and not depend on sea conditions or wind. You usually check in once on a single booking and land directly on Santorini, not at a port. Cabin baggage rules are stricter than on a boat, so pack accordingly. Flights are run by scheduled carriers, and the connection point depends on the itinerary you choose.
My advice: book early for summer, when seats and connections fill quickly, and leave a comfortable margin around your connection. If you plan to add a sea leg through Athens elsewhere in your trip, check whether your boat leaves from Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio before you pay. Use the table on this page for current durations and prices, then book online for instant confirmation.
Frequently asked questions — Rhodes → Santorini
A flight with a stopover from Rhodes to Santorini starts from €97. Prices vary with the season, how early you book and the baggage you add, so summer dates usually cost more. Check the comparison table on this page for current fares and book online to get instant confirmation.
The flight with a stopover takes about 2 h according to our verified data. The total door-to-door time also depends on your connection, check-in and the transfer to and from the airports, so allow a comfortable margin, especially if you have onward plans the same day.
The confirmed option on this route is a flight with a stopover. It is a good pick if you want to avoid sea conditions and long transfers, and it takes you straight to Santorini airport. Compare it in the table on this page with any other option shown for your dates.
Flights leave from Rhodes Diagoras International Airport, on the west coast of the island, a short drive from Rhodes Town. You arrive at Santorini airport. Because your route includes a stopover, your booking will also show the connecting airport, so check all the details before travelling.
The option confirmed for this route involves a stopover, so you will change once along the way. Other options may exist depending on the season and your dates. Use the table on this page to see everything currently available, and always check the connection time before you book.
Why visit Santorini?
- ✓ Watch the sunset from the Oia castle ruins, then wander the whitewashed lanes of the village
- ✓ Hike the 10 km clifftop trail from Fira to Oia along the caldera rim
- ✓ Take a boat trip to the volcanic islet of Nea Kameni and soak in the hot springs
- ✓ Taste Assyrtiko wines at a cliffside winery such as Santo Wines or Venetsanos
- ✓ Walk through the Minoan ruins of Akrotiri, the 'Pompeii of the Aegean'
When to visit Santorini?
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
Late April to June, and September to October — warm, sunny weather with fewer crowds and calmer seas
What to do in Santorini?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Santorini?
Plan 3 to 4 days to enjoy Santorini without rushing. With 2 days, you can see Fira, Oia for sunset and one beach (Perissa or Red Beach). With 4 days, add a caldera hike from Fira to Oia, a boat trip to the volcano and hot springs, a visit to Akrotiri and a winery tasting. Rent a quad or car for a day and book Oia sunset spots and caldera-view restaurants in advance in summer.
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