How to travel from Santorini to Kos, Greece

The distance between Santorini and Kos is around 203km (126 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Santorini to Kos 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 KosSantorini if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Santorini (JTR) to Kos (KGS).

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    €125($125)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 4 others
💰 Cheapest
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ferry
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Ferry

Take a ferry to Kos.

  • Duration5h 45m
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €120($120)
Operated by

Hellenic Seaways

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Santorini and Kos

There are several options for getting from Santorini to Kos by ferry and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around €120 ($120) and will take around 5h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €125 ($125).

The distance between Santorini and Kos is around 203km (126 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 152km (94 miles)

It takes around 5h 45m to get from Santorini and Kos by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Santorini to Kos is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €125 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Santorini and Kos is to take a ferry which will typically cost around €120 ($120) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Santorini and Kos. We recommend that you fly from Santorini (JTR) to Kos (KGS). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Santorini and Kos. We recommend that you fly from Santorini (JTR) to Kos (KGS). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Santorini and Kos. The ferry typically takes around 5h 45m and departs once a week.

Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Santorini and Kos. Ferries run once a week and take around 5h 45m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Santorini and Kos. Flights depart from Santorini (JTR) and arrive at Kos (KGS) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Santorini to Kos. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Santorini to Kos typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Santorini (JTR) and and arrive into Kos (KGS).

The closest major airport to Kos is Kos Island International Airport (KGS) (KGS) which is approximately 1km (1 miles) from Kos. Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL) (JKL) and Astypalaia Airport (JTY) (JTY) 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 Santorini to Kos. We recommend that you take a ferry to Kos. instead which will take 5h 45m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Santorini to Kos is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 45m and will usually cost around €120 ($120).

How do I get from Santorini to Kos

Compare travel optionsbetween Santorini and Kos

Transport options from Santorini to Kos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 40m
€125($125)
every 4 hours551km (342 miles)
Ferry
5h 45m
€120($120)
once a week203km (126 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Santorini and Kos

Ferry operators

Airports near Kos

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

KGS
Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
International Airport
Distance
1km (1 miles) from Kos
JKL
Kalymnos Island National Airport (JKL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
23km (14 miles) from Kos
JTY
Astypalaia Airport (JTY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
69km (43 miles) from Kos