How to save money on ferries in Greece?

Yes, it might be cheaper to book your ferry tickets for Greece in advance. There are lots of earlybird discounts in the beginning of every year. So if you know your dates and route, why not book straight away? Later on in the year there might only be more expensive fares available and no discounts anymore.



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No - ferry prices are fixed. Like Anninhk says, prices are fixed. Unless there is a new law that taxes go up, they don't change over the year. Even this happened this year but nearly all ferry companies announced that they would hick up the extra tax and they didn't add it to the ticket price.

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You can book your ferry in Greece online (through a website or a mobile app) or buy them from a ticket office at the port. However, it's better to book your ferry tickets online as you avoid the long queues while also getting the best ferry price.

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You can book your ferry in Greece online (through a website or a mobile app) or buy them from a ticket office at the port. However, it's better to book your ferry tickets online as you avoid the long queues while also getting the best ferry price.

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Find the cheapest ferries with Compare Ferries By using our Ferry Search, you can be sure you are getting the very best deal on ferry tickets. You can easily view and compare different prices for different routes all in one place using our ferry search. There is no need to trawl the internet going from site to site.

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The ticket price is the SAME regardless of the vendor –your ticket costs the same even when purchasing it from the ferry company or a travel agency- and your location. Whether you purchase your ticket in Greece, another European country or even outside Europe, the cost of your ticket is exactly the same.

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Most ferries don't sell out, but if you're trying to plan, you can go ahead and book 2 to 3 months in advance.

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To save time, consider flying. Compared with boats, flights are less likely to be delayed or canceled, tend to offer more frequent connections, and are much faster — but often more expensive.

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Are the Greek ferries expensive? Greek ferry tickets are more on the steep side. A return ticket to the Cyclades won't cost less than 80 euros; sometimes, it exceeds the 100 euros margin. Therefore, it's definitely a cost to consider before visiting a Greek island or embarking on an island-hopping vacation.

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Yes, we recommend that you book your ferry tickets in advance. Ferryhopper suggests that you buy tickets as soon as you've made your travel plans and ferry schedules are released.

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The upper decks of ferry boats can be very windy, while the constant running of air conditioning in the cabins below deck can sometimes make them even chillier than upper deck temperatures. To make sure that your trip is as enjoyable as possible, be sure to pack a sweater or light-weight jacket for the ferry ride.

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Chances are high of getting seasick; come prepared People who don't typically suffer from motion sickness often get seasick on ferries. The water gets seriously choppy and very uncomfortable at times. You have nothing to lose! Come prepared; take Dramamine at least 30 minutes before your trip.

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Depending on how long the ferry ride is and what kind of seat or accommodation you opt for, ferry tickets range from around $20 to $100. Not only are the island-hopping Greece ferries more affordable than flights, but you can enjoy much better views of the ocean and islands.

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Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

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Ferry cancellations can happen. They are rare but they can happen 2 - 5 times a year for 12 - 48 hours. It's really somehting not predictable and may change from year to year.

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