How to travel from Paros to Chíos, Greece

The distance between Paros and Chíos is around 187km (116 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Paros to Chíos by ferry and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Paros (PAS) to Chios (JKH).

  • Duration2hrs
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    €170($170)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 2 others

2 similiar routes

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Mesta Chios.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €88($88)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

1 similiar route

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Paros and Chíos

There are several options for getting from Paros to Chíos by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €61 ($61) and will take around 7h 20m. 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 €170 ($170).

The distance between Paros and Chíos is around 187km (116 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 165km (102 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Paros and Chíos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Paros to Chíos is to fly which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €170 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Paros and Chíos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €61 ($61) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Paros and Chíos. We recommend that you fly from Paros (PAS) to Chios (JKH). instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Paros and Chíos. We recommend that you fly from Paros (PAS) to Chios (JKH). instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Paros and Chíos. The ferry typically takes around 4h 30m and departs once a week.

Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Paros and Chíos. Ferries run once a week and take around 4h 30m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Paros and Chíos. Flights depart from Paros (PAS) and arrive at Chios (JKH) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

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

The flight from Paros to Chíos typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Paros (PAS) and and arrive into Chios (JKH).

The closest major airport to Chíos is Chios Airport (JKH) (JKH) which is approximately 8km (5 miles) from Chíos. Mytilene International Airport (MJT) (MJT) 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 Paros to Chíos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Mykonos and then to Mesta Chios. instead which will take 4h 30m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Paros to Chíos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around €88 ($88).

How do I get from Paros to Chíos

Compare travel optionsbetween Paros and Chíos

Transport options from Paros to Chíos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2hrs
€170($170)
every 20 mins363km (226 miles)
Ferry and Plane2h 30m
€250($250)
every 20 mins394km (245 miles)
Ferry to Mykonos, Fly2h 50m
€135($135)
once daily391km (243 miles)
Ferry + 1 similar
4h 30m
€88($88)
once a week187km (116 miles)
Ferry via Mykonos7h 20m
€61($61)
once a week339km (211 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Paros and Chíos

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Airports near Chíos

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

JKH
Chios Airport (JKH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
8km (5 miles) from Chíos
MJT
Mytilene International Airport (MJT)
International Airport
Distance
89km (55 miles) from Chíos
SMI
Samos International Airport (SMI)
International Airport
Distance
106km (66 miles) from Chíos