Astypalea FERRY

• Flights to Astypalea
  There is every day a flight to Astypalea (JTY).

• Ferries to Astypalea
  However, the most popular way to reach Astypalea is by ferry. Many people use as a base in the Dodekanese to explore the nearby islands of Kos, Rhodes and Kalymnos.

Astypalea is served by Aegeon Pelagos, Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways companies.

Our tips to get a cheap ticket to Astypalea:

• Book in advance
  Prices always go up the closer you book to your departure date.
• Compare ferry companies side by side using a service like Zas Ferries that compares all prices for ferries in Greece.
• Don't travel with a fast ferry
  Fast ferries are great as they can shave hours of your journey time, but they are normally more expensive.
• Choose an inside cabin
  If you want travel in a cabin and don't need a view, inside cabins are always cheaper.
• Travel off peak
  The weather is good in September and in May and June so why not?

Yes. If you travel with Blue Star Ferries you can travel with an e-ticket. We will give you a web page address where you just have to input your booking confirmation code. You can then either print your ticket or save it to your phone.

In the port of Astypalea you will find ticket booths for all the ferry companies. If you see a booth is closed when you arrive, don't worry, it will open before your ferry arrives.

Route Piraeus (Athens) to Astypalea:
Average one way cost per person traveling on foot in July: €40.

Yes, we accept PayPal and if your debit card is issued by Visa or Mastercard then you should have no issues paying by debit card.

If you don't get an e-ticket you will have to print your ticket. To get your ticket printed make sure you have a print out or a copy of your reservation on your phone and a valid form of photographic ID - for example your passport or ID card.

You can take your bike with you for free to or from Astypalea, if you travel on large ships such as those from the company Blue Star Ferries and others. However, on ships without a garage, bicycles are normally not allowed inside. You'll see if the ship has a garage when making your reservation. Astypalea can be busy in the summer so it is a good idea to tell a member of the port staff that you have a bike in case you might need extra assistance.

Yes, you can take your dog or other pet on the ferry but it isn't possible to book a space in the kennel in advance. All Greek ships by law must have some kennel space.

• On conventional ferries

  If you are travelling on conventional ferry (not a fast ferry or catamaran) there is normally space available in the kennels and you should also be able to have your dog on all deck areas (but not inside) with you. Strictly speaking, this at the discretion of the ferry company but in general you should have no issues - though please take a muzzle with you just in case and keep your dog on a leash at all times. Small sized dogs and cats can travel in the ship as long as they stay inside a special travel box.

  The other option, for absolute peace of mind, is to book a pet cabin. These are like normal cabins but have linoleum flooring. They are also available for day crossings at reasonable prices. This way you don't have to worry about finding space in the kennels and you and your dog or cat can relax. In July and August ferries can get very busy with people and other dogs.

• On fast ferries or catamarans

  Fast ferries and catamarans will also have kennels but these will be limited in number. In addition, the majority of fast ferries (though there are exceptions) don't have open deck space accessible throughout the journey, so you will not be able to stay out with your pet during your crossing. However, if your pet is small and inside a travel box you will be able to keep him or her inside.

• On foot: Please arrive at least one hour before you travel.
• By car: Please arrive at least two hours before you travel and in July and August allow for traffic jams on your journey.

Astypalea is most popular in the summer months but good weather normally lasts until the end of September and the first weeks of October. There are also plenty of places to visit in the winter.