How to travel from Kythira to Astypalaia, Greece

The distance between Kythira and Astypalaia is around 483km (300 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Kythira to Astypalaia 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 AstypalaiaKythira if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Kythira (KIT) to Astypalaia (JTY).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 50m
  • Typical cost
    €190($190)
Operated by

Sky Express

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Athens then Tinos and then to Astypalea.

  • Duration16h 10m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €180($180)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kythira and Astypalaia

There are several options for getting from Kythira to Astypalaia by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €160 ($160) and will take around 17h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €190 ($190).

The distance between Kythira and Astypalaia is around 483km (300 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 297km (185 miles)

It takes around 16h 10m to get from Kythira and Astypalaia by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Kythira to Astypalaia is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx €190 ($190).

The cheapest way to travel between Kythira and Astypalaia is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €160 ($160) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Kythira and Astypalaia. We recommend that you fly from Kythira (KIT) to Astypalaia (JTY). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Kythira and Astypalaia. We recommend that you fly from Kythira (KIT) to Astypalaia (JTY). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Kythira and Astypalaia. The ferry typically takes around 16h 10m and departs once a week.

Kythera Island Buses, Hellenic Seaways, Blue Star Ferries and Seajets run the ferry services between Kythira and Astypalaia. Ferries run once a week and take around 16h 10m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kythira and Astypalaia. Flights depart from Kythira (KIT) and arrive at Astypalaia (JTY) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 50m.

There is no direct flight from Kythira to Astypalaia. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 20m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kythira to Astypalaia typically takes around 1h 50m. Flights depart from Kythira (KIT) and and arrive into Astypalaia (JTY).

The closest major airport to Astypalaia is Astypalaia Airport (JTY) (JTY) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Astypalaia. Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL) (JKL) and Kos Island International Airport (KGS) (KGS) 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 Kythira to Astypalaia. We recommend that you take a ferry to Athens then Tinos and then to Astypalea. instead which will take 16h 10m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kythira to Astypalaia is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 16h 10m and will usually cost around €180 ($180).

How do I get from Kythira to Astypalaia

Compare travel optionsbetween Kythira and Astypalaia

Transport options from Kythira to Astypalaia
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 20m
€190($190)
on demand483km (300 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
16h 10m
€180($180)
once a week626km (389 miles)
Ferry via Piraeus17h 40m
€160($160)
twice a week533km (331 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Kythira and Astypalaia

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Airports near Astypalaia

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

JTY
Astypalaia Airport (JTY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Astypalaia
JKL
Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
71km (44 miles) from Astypalaia
KGS
Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
International Airport
Distance
74km (46 miles) from Astypalaia