How do I get from Santorini airport to Fira?

Santorini Airport to Fira By Bus Your first and cheapest option is to take the public bus. Buses are large, coach-style, and all air-conditioned, so you can expect a comfortable journey. The airport has one arrivals terminal, so you go outside and see the KTEL bus stop, which takes you into Fira.



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The quickest option is taking the taxi. The journey time is only 25 minutes in light traffic and costs around 30€. Taking a taxi from Santorini airport to Fira is the easiest and quickest transfer option. Taxis are available 24/7, and only take 25 minutes to reach Fira.

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When travelling from Santorini Athinios Port to Fira you have three transfer options; taxi, private transfer and bus. Taking a taxi or private transfer is the fastest and most comfortable way to reach Fira from the ferry port. The journey will take between 15 and 30 minutes and you'll pay no more than €40.

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The walk through the narrow streets of Fira is a typical representation of the most common characteristic of the Cycladic islands, the small shops packed one next to the other, the pebbled streets, the traditional houses with the small blue and sun-burned verandas and of course the amazing view which distinguishes ...

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Your first order of business in Santorini will be getting from the airport to your final destination. Santorini has a special Airport Express Bus, which runs a direct route to Santorini's main town of Fira. With no other stops, the ride takes only 10 minutes, and will only cost you €1.80.

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When planning your Santorini vacation and figuring out the transportation logistics, you might wonder if there is Uber on the island. Well, if Uber is your preferred mode of transportation, then you're in luck! Uber does currently operate on the iconic Cycladic island.

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Fira, sometimes spelt 'Thira,' is the capital of the Greek island of Santorini. If you've seen photos of Santorini in the past, with its whitewashed rectangular buildings overlooking the contrasting, rich blue hues of the Mediterranean – well, then, this is where you can find that same enchanting scenery.

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Yes, there is Uber in Santorini, but it works a little differently to normal. You'll still use the Uber app, but it'll connect you with local taxi drivers rather than Uber drivers. Santorini is a very popular island, and there aren't many taxis available, so you might want to consider using public transport instead.

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Taxis are easily accessible, with a designated taxi stand just outside the arrivals area at the airport. There's also a ATM nearby if you need to get local currency. To get a taxi, just wait in line in the designated area, and you can get a ride with the next available taxi.

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Taxis are easily accessible, with a designated taxi stand just outside the arrivals area at the airport. There's also a ATM nearby if you need to get local currency. To get a taxi, just wait in line in the designated area, and you can get a ride with the next available taxi.

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The best way to get around Santorini is on foot or by bus. You'll see that it's easy to walk around the tiny seaside towns, but the bus is best to get from one town to another. There are KTEL bus routes from Fira (the capital city) to many different destinations around the main island.

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Bear in mind that during the high season (May to September), Santorini buses usually depart every 30 or 60 minutes. During the rest of the year, routes are scheduled once per hour or even less frequently, depending on the time of the year.

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Fira is not only Santorini's capital of government and tourism, but it's also Santorini's art and culture capital. Walk the streets of Santorini and you'll come across tons of eye-catching art galleries and shops.

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The best way to take in Santorini is to walk, and there is no better route than the one from Fira to Oia. This hike is 6 miles one-way and passes through four towns, including Fira, Firostefani, Imerovigli and Oia.

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Fira vs Oia – Summary Fira is the isalnd's capital and the livelier village of the two with much more nightlife and shopping. Oia is the more luxurious village with romantic restaurants and high-end shopping.

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Typical taxi fares for 1 to 4 persons : From the Port (athinios port) to Oia (Ia), approximately 40,00 Euro. From the Airport to Fira (capital), approximately 20,00 Euro. From the Airport to Oia (Ia), approximately 35,00 Euro. From Fira (capital) to Oia (Ia), approximately 25,00 Euro.

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Santorini Taxi Cost If a price is not agreed upon you'll pay whatever the taxi driver requests when you arrive at your destination. Taxi fares from the Santorini airport are 35€ to 40€ to Oia, 20€ to 30€ to Fira, and 25€ to 35€ to the ferry port, and 25€ to 35€ between Oia and Fira.

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Theoretically, taxis in Santorini accept payments in cash but also via bank cards (debit or credit cards). Nevertheless, since taxis aren't obliged, for the moment, to have an electronic POS, the great bulk of the island's taxis don't allow card payments. Therefore, you should always carry some cash with you.

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