How to travel from Athens to Kalymnos, Greece
The distance between Athens and Kalymnos is around 324km (201 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 50m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Athens to Kalymnos by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kalymnos → Athens if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Athens (ATH) to Kalymnos (JKL).
- Duration1h 50m
- Flight time1hr
- Typical cost€160($160)
Sky Express
3 similiar routes
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Syros and then to Kalymnos.
- Duration6h 55m
- Departstwice a week
- Typical cost€145($145)
Multiple ferry operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Athens and Kalymnos
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Athens to Kalymnos by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around €60 ($60) and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €160 ($160).
The distance between Athens and Kalymnos is around 324km (201 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 308km (191 miles)
It takes around 1h 50m to get from Athens and Kalymnos by plane.
The quickest way to get from Athens to Kalymnos is to fly which takes around 1h 50m and will set you back approx €160 ($160).
The cheapest way to travel between Athens and Kalymnos is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around €60 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Athens and Kalymnos. We recommend that you fly from Athens (ATH) to Kalymnos (JKL). instead which will take 1h 50m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Athens and Kalymnos. We recommend that you fly from Athens (ATH) to Kalymnos (JKL). instead which will take 1h 50m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Athens and Kalymnos. The ferry typically takes around 6h 55m and departs twice a week.
Seajets and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Athens and Kalymnos. Ferries run twice a week and take around 6h 55m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Athens and Kalymnos. Flights depart from Athens (ATH) and arrive at Kalymnos (JKL). The flight takes around 1hr.
Yes there is a direct flight between Athens and Kalymnos with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1hr.
Sky Express fly between Athens and Kalymnos. Flights depart from Athens (ATH) and and arrive into Kalymnos (JKL). These flights usually take around 1hr.
The flight from Athens to Kalymnos typically takes around 1hr. Flights depart from Athens (ATH) and and arrive into Kalymnos (JKL).
The closest major airport to Kalymnos is Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL) (JKL) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Kalymnos. Kos Island International Airport (KGS) (KGS) and Leros Airport (LRS) (LRS) 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 Athens to Kalymnos. We recommend that you fly from Athens (ATH) to Kalymnos (JKL). instead which will take 1h 50m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Athens to Kalymnos is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 50m and will usually cost around €160 ($160).
Compare travel optionsbetween Athens and Kalymnos
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 3 similar | 1h 50m | €160($160) | every 30 mins | 324km (201 miles) |
| Fly to Kos (KGS), Ferry | 2h 20m | €95($95) | 5 times a day | 359km (223 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 2h 25m | €145($145) | 6 times a week | 331km (206 miles) |
| Fly to Astypalaia (JTY), Ferry | 4hrs | €240($240) | twice a week | 373km (232 miles) |
Ferry + 1 similar | 6h 55m | €145($145) | twice a week | 347km (216 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 1 day 6h | €60($60) | once daily | 1,890km (1,175 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Athens and Kalymnos
Ferry operators
Dodekanisos Seaways
A.N.E. Kalymnoy
Lafasi
Airlines
Sky Express
Aegean Airlines
Bus companies
Kamil Koc
MetroTurizm
Airports near Kalymnos
The following major airports near Kalymnos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL)
- Distance
- 6km (4 miles) from Kalymnos
Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
- Distance
- 24km (15 miles) from Kalymnos
Leros Airport (LRS)
- Distance
- 60km (37 miles) from Kalymnos