Fastest way from Santorini to Rhodes: Flight (1 stop), about 1h 45min (from €84). Cheapest: Ferry, from €27 (about 15h 30min). Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 4, 2026): Blue Star Ferries; main departure point: Thira Santorini Port.
There are 2 ways to get from Santorini to Rhodes
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Companies selling this route on 12Go
Offers listed on 12Go on November 4, 2026 for a departure on November 25, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.
| Company | Mode | Departs from | From | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Ferry | Thira Santorini Port | €27 | 2 |
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Practical tips
In July and August, ferries between the islands sell out, especially for cars and cabins. Book as soon as your dates are fixed, and keep the flight with a stopover as a backup if your preferred sailing is full.
Island links change with the season and some do not run daily. Search your precise travel date on the booking page, and avoid planning around a schedule you saw for a different month or a previous year.
This is an island-to-island trip, so make sure your ticket says Santorini to Rhodes. Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrio are Athens ports and are not part of this journey. Check the departure port on your confirmation.
Strong winds can delay or cancel crossings in the Aegean. Never schedule an international flight on the same day you arrive by sea. Leave at least a spare day and favour flexible accommodation in Rhodes.
Take the ferry if budget and the journey itself matter most. Take the flight with a stopover if you are short on time or prone to seasickness. Compare both in the table before booking, and arrive early on departure day.
The journey experience
Getting from Santorini to Rhodes means crossing a big stretch of the Aegean, and the choice is simple: a cheap but slow ferry, or a flight with a stopover that saves most of a day. The comparison table on this page puts duration, price range and frequency side by side, so you can decide in seconds.
The ferry is the budget option and suits you if you enjoy the island-hopping rhythm. You can walk around, sit out on deck and, on the longest sailings, rest onboard before arriving in Rhodes. The flight with a stopover is the comfortable choice if time matters more than cost. Your luggage is handled for you and you are not exposed to rough seas or wind-related delays at sea.
Greek timetables change with the season, and some island links do not run every day. Always search for your exact travel date rather than trusting last year's schedule. In summer, book ahead, because popular sailings fill up. If you have a flight home after Rhodes, keep a buffer day, since strong winds can delay or cancel crossings. Booking online gives you instant confirmation and one less thing to worry about.
Frequently asked questions — Santorini → Rhodes
The ferry is the cheapest option, with tickets from €27 and typically up to €28. A flight with a stopover starts from €84 and is typically up to €98. Prices vary with the season and how early you book, so check your exact date on the booking page for the current fare.
By ferry, expect a long crossing of about 16 to 19 hours, depending on the sailing. A flight with a stopover takes about 1 h 45 to 1 h 55. Add check-in time and the transfer to the airport or port when you plan your day, and allow extra margin if you have an onward connection.
It depends on your priority. The flight with a stopover is best if you want to save most of a day and avoid sea conditions. The ferry is best if you want the lowest fare and do not mind a long crossing. The table on this page compares both side by side.
The ferry option listed for this route covers the crossing in about 16 to 19 hours. Whether a given sailing is direct or includes a stop on another island is shown in the details of each result, and it affects the total time. Check this before booking, especially if you have tight plans.
Ferries leave from a port on Santorini, while the flight with a stopover leaves from the island's airport. Your booking confirmation states the exact departure point and time, so check it the day before. Arrive early, as boarding and check-in procedures differ between ferry and plane.
Why visit Rhodes?
- ✓ Stroll the medieval Old Town of Rhodes, a UNESCO site, along the cobbled Street of the Knights up to the Palace of the Grand Master
- ✓ Climb to the Acropolis of Lindos for ruins of the Temple of Athena Lindia with views over St Paul's Bay
- ✓ Swim and windsurf at Prasonisi, where the Aegean and Mediterranean meet on a sandy isthmus
- ✓ Wander through the Valley of the Butterflies, a shaded forest path near Theologos where Jersey tiger moths gather in summer
- ✓ Take a day trip to Symi, with its pastel neoclassical harbour, or relax on the beaches of Tsambika and Anthony Quinn Bay
When to visit Rhodes?
MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE
May to early October — hot, dry and sunny weather, with warm sea from June to September
What to do in Rhodes?
Local experiences, must-see sights and activities selected for you
How long to visit Rhodes?
Allow 4 to 5 days to cover the essentials: a day in the medieval Old Town of Rhodes (Palace of the Grand Master, Street of the Knights), a day in Lindos with its acropolis and beaches, and a day exploring the west coast and Petaloudes or Filerimos. With 7 days or more, add Prasonisi, Symi by boat and the southern villages. Rent a car for at least 2 to 3 days, as buses are limited outside Rhodes Town and Lindos, and book your stay close to the Old Town or Lindos.
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