How to travel from Chíos to Kythira, Greece

The distance between Chíos and Kythira is around 412km (256 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 55m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Chíos to Kythira by plane and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Chios (JKH) to Kythira (KIT).

  • Duration1h 55m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    €155($155)
Operated by

Sky Express

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3 x ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos then Piraeus and then to Kýthira.

  • Duration12h 60m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €255($255)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chíos and Kythira

There are several options for getting from Chíos to Kythira by plane and ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €150 ($150) and will take around 14h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €155 ($155).

The distance between Chíos and Kythira is around 412km (256 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 359km (223 miles)

It takes around 1h 55m to get from Chíos and Kythira by plane.

The quickest way to get from Chíos to Kythira is to fly which takes around 1h 55m and will set you back approx €155 ($155).

The cheapest way to travel between Chíos and Kythira is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €150 ($150) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Chíos and Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Chios (JKH) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 1h 55m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Chíos and Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Chios (JKH) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 1h 55m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Chíos and Kythira. The ferry typically takes around 12h 60m and departs once a week.

Blue Star Ferries, Seajets and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Chíos and Kythira. Ferries run once a week and take around 12h 60m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Chíos and Kythira. Flights depart from Chios (JKH) and arrive at Kythira (KIT) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Chíos to Kythira. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 1h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Chíos to Kythira typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Chios (JKH) and and arrive into Kythira (KIT).

The closest major airport to Kythira is Kithira Airport (KIT) (KIT) which is approximately 4km (3 miles) from Kythira. Kalamata International Airport (KLX) (KLX) and Chania International Airport (CHQ) (CHQ) 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 Chíos to Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Chios (JKH) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 1h 55m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chíos to Kythira is to fly which takes, on average, 1h 55m and will usually cost around €155 ($155).

How do I get from Chíos to Kythira

Compare travel optionsbetween Chíos and Kythira

Transport options from Chíos to Kythira
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 55m
€155($155)
on demand412km (256 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
12h 60m
€255($255)
once a week539km (335 miles)
Ferry via Piraeus14h 55m
€150($150)
twice a week442km (275 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Chíos and Kythira

Ferry operators

Airlines

Airports near Kythira

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

KIT
Kithira Airport (KIT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
4km (3 miles) from Kythira
KLX
Kalamata International Airport (KLX)
International Airport
Distance
125km (78 miles) from Kythira
CHQ
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
International Airport
Distance
130km (81 miles) from Kythira