How to get to Astypalea?

Astypalea is connected to the Greek mainland by ferry lines from the port of Piraeus (about 10 hours). The island can also be reached from Rhodes (9.5 hours), other Dodecanese islands such as Kalymnos (3 hours 15 minutes), and from the Cyclades. Most ferries make stops at major islands along the route.

The main ferry companies are ANE Kalymnou and Blue Star Ferries. For booking and tickets online, refer to directferries.com.

Astypalea has a domestic airport with direct flights from Athens (55 minutes) operated by Olympic Air and Aegean Airlines. In summer, charter flights may also connect the island to other European destinations. For flight search and booking, visit skyscanner.com.

Connections to the island, both by sea and air, are much more frequent during the summer season; always check availability if travelling in other periods.