How to travel from Naxos to Icaria, Greece

The distance between Naxos and Icaria is around 166km (103 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 5m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Naxos to Icaria 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 IcariaNaxos if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Ikaria Island (JIK).

  • Duration2h 5m
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    €215($215)
Operated by

Sky Express

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Ag. Kirykos.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €125($125)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naxos and Icaria

There are several options for getting from Naxos to Icaria by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €125 ($125) and will take around 2h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €215 ($215).

The distance between Naxos and Icaria is around 166km (103 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 85km (53 miles)

It takes around 2h 55m to get from Naxos and Icaria by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Naxos to Icaria is to fly which takes around 2h 5m and will set you back approx €215 ($215).

The cheapest way to travel between Naxos and Icaria is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €125 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Naxos and Icaria. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Ikaria Island (JIK). instead which will take 2h 5m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naxos and Icaria. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Ikaria Island (JIK). instead which will take 2h 5m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Naxos and Icaria. The ferry typically takes around 2h 55m and departs twice a week.

Seajets, Fast Ferries and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Naxos and Icaria. Ferries run twice a week and take around 2h 55m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Naxos and Icaria. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and arrive at Ikaria Island (JIK) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Naxos to Icaria. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 5m (not including layover time).

The flight from Naxos to Icaria typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and and arrive into Ikaria Island (JIK).

The closest major airport to Icaria is Ikaria Airport (JIK) (JIK) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Icaria. Leros Airport (LRS) (LRS) and Samos International Airport (SMI) (SMI) 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 Naxos to Icaria. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Ag. Kirykos. instead which will take 2h 55m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naxos to Icaria is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 2h 55m and will usually cost around €125 ($125).

How do I get from Naxos to Icaria

Compare travel optionsbetween Naxos and Icaria

Transport options from Naxos to Icaria
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 5m
€215($215)
once daily385km (239 miles)
Ferry
2h 55m
€125($125)
twice a week166km (103 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Naxos and Icaria

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Airlines

Airports near Icaria

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

JIK
Ikaria Airport (JIK)
Domestic Airport
Distance
18km (11 miles) from Icaria
LRS
Leros Airport (LRS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
56km (35 miles) from Icaria
SMI
Samos International Airport (SMI)
International Airport
Distance
68km (42 miles) from Icaria