What is the cheapest way to get from Syros to Crete?

The cheapest way to get from Syros to Crete is to ferry which costs €55 - €130 and takes 9h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Syros to Crete?

The fastest way to get from Syros to Crete is to fly which takes 1h 16m and costs €75 - €270.

Is there a direct ferry between Syros and Crete?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Syros Port and arriving at Heraklion Port. Services depart six times a week. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Syros to Crete?

The distance between Syros and Crete is 238 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Syros to Crete?

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How do I travel from Syros to Crete without a car?

The best way to get from Syros to Crete without a car is to car ferry which takes 5h 19m and costs €100 - €250.

How long does it take to get from Syros to Crete?

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Syros to Crete, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Crete?

There are 2990+ hotels available in Crete.

Syros to Crete - 5 ways to travel via plane, car ferry, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Syros to Crete by plane, car ferry, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis”
best
1. Fly from Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER)plane JSY - HER
1h 16m
€75–266
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Syros to Thira Santorini Portferry Bsf
2. Take the ferry from Thira Santorini Port to Heraklionferry Bsf
9h 40m
€56–124
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Syros Port to Heraklion Portcarferry
5h 19m
€100–250
Fly to Chania International Airport
1. Fly from Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) to Chania International Airport (CHQ)plane JSY - CHQ
4h 49m
€136–385
Car ferry via Naxos
1. Take the car ferry from Syros Port to Naxoscarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Naxos to Heraklion Portcarferry
5h 34m
€125–309

Syros to Crete by ferry

2Weekly Ferries

9h 40mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 238.3 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Syros, Greece and Crete, Greece?

Aegean Airlines and Sky Express fly from Syros National Airport Demetrius Vikelas (JSY) to Heraklion International Airport, “Nikos Kazantzakis” (HER) 5 times a week. Alternatively, Seajets operates a car ferry from Syros Port to Heraklion Port 6 times a week. Tickets cost €100–250 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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