{"id":3481,"date":"2015-06-28T17:24:46","date_gmt":"2015-06-28T17:24:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.syrosisland.gr\/syros-transport-2\/"},"modified":"2026-05-07T10:20:30","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T07:20:30","slug":"syros-transport","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/syrosisland.gr\/en\/syros-transport\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get to Syros"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Quick options<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Check ferry routes<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluestarferries.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blue Star Ferries<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seajets.gr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seajets<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellenicseaways.gr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hellenic Seaways<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Find a flight<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyexpress.gr\/en\/flights-from-syros\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SKY express<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/flights.aegeanair.com\/en\/flights-to-syros\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AEGEAN<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Syros, in the heart of the Cyclades, is easy to reach from mainland Greece and other islands. You can travel to the island either <strong>by ferry<\/strong> or <strong>by plane<\/strong>, depending on your schedule and travel style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">By ferry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Syros has strong ferry connections, making it an excellent choice for a longer stay as well as for <em>island hopping<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>From Piraeus (Athens port)<\/strong> (regular connections year-round, with seasonal variations).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>From\/to Heraklion (Crete)<\/strong> (mainly seasonal, depending on period and routes).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Connections across the Cyclades<\/strong> (many islands, ideal for inter-island travel).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Travel time varies depending on the vessel type (conventional or high-speed), departure port, and intermediate stops. For the latest schedules, fares, and availability, always check the ferry operators directly or consult your travel agent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluestarferries.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blue Star Ferries<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellenicseaways.gr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hellenic Seaways<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seajets.gr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seajets<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For additional port information, you can also visit the website of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portofsyros.gr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Syros Port Authority (Municipal Port Fund)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">By plane<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Syros Airport \u201cDimitrios Vikelas\u201d (JSY) operates flights that connect the island with key destinations in Greece. Flight availability and frequency may vary by season, so it\u2019s best to check the latest timetables before booking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Airlines &amp; flights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>SKY express<\/strong> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyexpress.gr\/en\/flights-from-syros\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View all flights to\/from Syros<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyexpress.gr\/en\/flights-from-syros-to-thessaloniki\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Syros &#x2194; Thessaloniki<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skyexpress.gr\/en\/flights-from-syros-to-heraklion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Syros &#x2194; Heraklion (Crete)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>AEGEAN<\/strong> \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/flights.aegeanair.com\/en\/flights-to-syros\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View flights to Syros<\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/flights.aegeanair.com\/en\/flights-from-athens-to-syros\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Athens &#x2194; Syros<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note:<\/em> Schedules can change throughout the year. For the most up-to-date information, check each airline\u2019s official booking pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Helicopter transfers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are looking for a faster and more flexible arrival option, private and\/or scheduled helicopter transfer services may be available, depending on season and availability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/flyhoper.com\/greece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore helicopter transfer options (hoper)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arriving with your own boat \u2013 Marinas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are travelling with your own boat, Syros offers mooring options for tourist vessels, with basic services and guidance for berthing. Indicatively:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ermoupolis (port \u2013 yachting services)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quay length: approximately <strong>260 m<\/strong> (yachting service area).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Depths: approximately <strong>4.5 m<\/strong> (A6\u2013A7) and <strong>8.0 m<\/strong> (A7\u2013A8).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capacity: around <strong>100 boats<\/strong> (indicatively 70 sailing yachts &amp; 30 cruisers).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shelter: protected from all conditions except <strong>south-easterly<\/strong> winds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facilities: water, electricity, W.C., accessible W.C., showers, lighting, fire-fighting network.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finikas (port \u2013 tourist vessels)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quays: <strong>110 m<\/strong> inside the basin and another <strong>110 m<\/strong> on the outer side of the windward breakwater.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Average depth: about <strong>4 m<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Capacity: up to <strong>40 boats<\/strong> (depending on size).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shelter: protected from all conditions except <strong>south-westerly<\/strong> winds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facilities: water, electricity, reception\/service support, free Wi-Fi, W.C., showers, fire-fighting network, slipway\/boat ramp, lighting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful links<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.portofsyros.gr\/facilities\/tourist\/finikas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Syros Port Authority \u2013 Finikas (tourist vessels)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.portofsyros.gr\/facilities\/tourist\/hermoupolis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Syros Port Authority \u2013 Ermoupolis (tourist vessels)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/flyhoper.com\/greece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hoper \u2013 Helicopter transfers (Greece)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quick options Syros, in the heart of the Cyclades, is easy to reach from mainland Greece and other islands. You can travel to the island either by ferry or by plane, depending on your schedule and travel style. 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