How to travel from Thessaloniki to Kythira, Greece

The distance between Thessaloniki and Kythira is around 528km (328 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 40m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Thessaloniki to Kythira by plane, train, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KythiraThessaloniki if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Kythira (KIT).

  • Duration2h 40m
  • Flight time1h 45m
  • Typical cost
    €195($195)
Operated by

Aegean Airlines

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Bus and Ferry

Take the bus to Athens Karaiskaki Square then take a ferry to Diakófti.

  • Duration15hrs
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Train and Ferry

Take the train to Athens then take a ferry to Kýthira.

  • Duration11h 20m
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €115($115)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Thessaloniki and Kythira

There are several options for getting from Thessaloniki to Kythira by plane, train, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around €82 ($82) and will take around 16h 25m. 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 €195 ($195).

The distance between Thessaloniki and Kythira is around 528km (328 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 487km (303 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Thessaloniki and Kythira by plane.

The quickest way to get from Thessaloniki to Kythira is to fly which takes around 2h 40m and will set you back approx €195 ($195).

The cheapest way to travel between Thessaloniki and Kythira is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around €82 ($82) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Thessaloniki and Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Thessaloniki and Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 40m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Thessaloniki and Kythira. Flights depart from Thessaloniki (SKG) and arrive at Kythira (KIT) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Thessaloniki to Kythira. 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 Thessaloniki to Kythira typically takes around 1h 45m. Flights depart from Thessaloniki (SKG) 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 Thessaloniki to Kythira. We recommend that you fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Kythira (KIT). instead which will take 2h 40m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Thessaloniki to Kythira is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around €195 ($195).

How do I get from Thessaloniki to Kythira

Compare travel optionsbetween Thessaloniki and Kythira

Transport options from Thessaloniki to Kythira
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 40m
€195($195)
every 30 mins528km (328 miles)
Bus and Ferry + 1 similar
15hrs
€110($110)
twice a week733km (456 miles)
Bus to Piraeus Port Astiggos, Ferry16h 25m
€82($82)
twice a week734km (456 miles)
Train and Ferry
11h 20m
€115($115)
twice a week766km (476 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