How to travel from Kalymnos to Heraklion, Greece

The distance between Kalymnos and Heraklion is around 347km (215 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Kalymnos to Heraklion 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 HeraklionKalymnos if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Kalymnos (JKL) to Heraklion (HER).

  • Duration2hrs
  • Flight time1h 50m
  • Typical cost
    €150($150)
Operated by

Sky Express

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Kos then Santorini and then to Heraklion.

  • Duration7h 55m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €140($140)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kalymnos and Heraklion

There are several options for getting from Kalymnos to Heraklion by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €90 ($90) and will take around 15hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €150 ($150).

The distance between Kalymnos and Heraklion is around 347km (215 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 249km (155 miles)

It takes around 7h 55m to get from Kalymnos and Heraklion by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Kalymnos to Heraklion is to fly which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €150 ($150).

The cheapest way to travel between Kalymnos and Heraklion is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €90 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Kalymnos and Heraklion. We recommend that you fly from Kalymnos (JKL) to Heraklion (HER). instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kalymnos and Heraklion. We recommend that you fly from Kalymnos (JKL) to Heraklion (HER). instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Kalymnos and Heraklion. The ferry typically takes around 7h 55m and departs once a week.

Dodekanisos Seaways, Hellenic Seaways, Seajets, Anek Ferries and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Kalymnos and Heraklion. Ferries run once a week and take around 7h 55m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kalymnos and Heraklion. Flights depart from Kalymnos (JKL) and arrive at Heraklion (HER) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Kalymnos to Heraklion. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Kalymnos to Heraklion typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Kalymnos (JKL) and and arrive into Heraklion (HER).

The closest major airport to Heraklion is Heraklion International Airport (HER) (HER) which is approximately 4km (2 miles) from Heraklion. Sitia Airport (JSH) (JSH) 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 Kalymnos to Heraklion. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kos then Santorini and then to Heraklion. instead which will take 7h 55m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kalymnos to Heraklion is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 7h 55m and will usually cost around €140 ($140).

How do I get from Kalymnos to Heraklion

Compare travel optionsbetween Kalymnos and Heraklion

Transport options from Kalymnos to Heraklion
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2hrs
€150($150)
every 10 mins602km (374 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
7h 55m
€140($140)
once a week347km (215 miles)
Ferry via Chalki15hrs
€90($90)
once a week423km (263 miles)
Ferry via Kasos17hrs
€90($90)
once a week466km (290 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Kalymnos and Heraklion

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Airlines

Airports near Heraklion

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

HER
Heraklion International Airport (HER)
International Airport
Distance
4km (2 miles) from Heraklion
JSH
Sitia Airport (JSH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
90km (56 miles) from Heraklion
CHQ
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
International Airport
Distance
93km (58 miles) from Heraklion