How to travel from Samos to Kythira, Greece

The distance between Samos and Kythira is around 489km (304 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 10m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Samos to Kythira by plane, ferry and bus. 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 Samos (SMI) to Kythira (KIT).

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Flight time1h 35m
  • Typical cost
    €170($170)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 1 others

1 similiar route

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Karlovasi, Evdilos, Mykonos then Piraeus and then to Kýthira.

  • Duration13h 20m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €320($320)
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2 similiar routes

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Samos and Kythira

There are several options for getting from Samos to Kythira by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €125 ($125) and will take around 1 day 11h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €170 ($170).

The distance between Samos and Kythira is around 489km (304 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 376km (234 miles)

It takes around 2h 10m to get from Samos and Kythira by plane.

The quickest way to get from Samos to Kythira is to fly which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx €170 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Samos and Kythira is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €125 ($125) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Samos and Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Samos (SMI) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 10m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Samos and Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Samos (SMI) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 10m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Samos and Kythira. The ferry typically takes around 13h 20m and departs twice a week.

Blue Star Ferries and Seajets run the ferry services between Samos and Kythira. Ferries run twice a week and take around 13h 20m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Samos and Kythira. Flights depart from Samos (SMI) and arrive at Kythira (KIT) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Samos to Kythira. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Samos to Kythira typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Samos (SMI) 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 Samos to Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Samos (SMI) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 10m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Samos to Kythira is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around €170 ($170).

How do I get from Samos to Kythira

Compare travel optionsbetween Samos and Kythira

Transport options from Samos to Kythira
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
2h 10m
€170($170)
every 4 hours489km (304 miles)
Ferry and Plane4h 30m
€210($210)
twice a week521km (324 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
13h 20m
€320($320)
twice a week638km (396 miles)
Ferry via Mykonos15h 45m
€225($225)
twice a week606km (376 miles)
Ferry and Bus1 day 11h
€125($125)
twice a week1,950km (1,212 miles)

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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