How to travel from Astypalaia to Kos, Greece

The distance between Astypalaia and Kos is around 104km (65 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Astypalaia to Kos by ferry and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KosAstypalaia if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Kos (KGS).

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    €145($145)
Operated by

Sky Express

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1 similiar route

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Kalymnos and then to Kos.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €76($76)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Astypalaia and Kos

There are several options for getting from Astypalaia to Kos by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €26 ($26) and will take around 4h 5m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €190 ($190).

The distance between Astypalaia and Kos is around 104km (65 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 74km (46 miles)

It takes around 3hrs to get from Astypalaia and Kos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Astypalaia to Kos is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €190 ($190).

The cheapest way to travel between Astypalaia and Kos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €26 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Astypalaia and Kos. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Leros (LRS) then take a ferry to Kos. instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Astypalaia and Kos. We recommend that you fly from Astypalaia (JTY) to Leros (LRS) then take a ferry to Kos. instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Astypalaia and Kos. The ferry typically takes around 3hrs and departs once a week.

Blue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and A.N.E. Kalymnoy run the ferry services between Astypalaia and Kos. Ferries run once a week and take around 3hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Astypalaia and Kos. Flights depart from Astypalaia (JTY) and arrive at Kos (KGS) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Astypalaia to Kos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 3h 15m (not including layover time).

The flight from Astypalaia to Kos typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Astypalaia (JTY) and and arrive into Kos (KGS).

The closest major airport to Kos is Kos Island International Airport (KGS) (KGS) which is approximately 1km (1 miles) from Kos. Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL) (JKL) and Astypalaia Airport (JTY) (JTY) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Astypalaia to Kos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kalymnos and then to Kos. instead which will take 3hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Astypalaia to Kos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around €76 ($76).

How do I get from Astypalaia to Kos

Compare travel optionsbetween Astypalaia and Kos

Transport options from Astypalaia to Kos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 15m
€145($145)
every 4 hours604km (375 miles)
Plane and Ferry2hrs
€190($190)
6 times a week146km (91 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
3hrs
€76($76)
once a week104km (65 miles)
Ferry via Kalymnos4h 5m
€26($26)
twice a week106km (66 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Astypalaia and Kos

Ferry operators

Airlines

Airports near Kos

The following major airports near Kos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

KGS
Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
International Airport
Distance
1km (1 miles) from Kos
JKL
Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
23km (14 miles) from Kos
JTY
Astypalaia Airport (JTY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
69km (43 miles) from Kos