Ferry schedules and tickets usually become available 3-6 months before the departure date.
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That said, some ferries sell out, or require you to reserve a spot in advance (especially if you bring a vehicle). Tickets are often more expensive when purchased at the last minute, so by planning ahead and buying your tickets online you can likely save some money.
Generally a Tuesday is the cheapest day to sail, closely followed by Wednesday and then Thursday. Some routes will throw a curve ball and the weekend may be cheaper, so always check other days. Sail in the afternoon. Most people tend to book ferry crossings either first thing in the morning, or last thing at night.
Coastal shipping companies are citing the surge in fuel costs which now account for 70 percent of ferryboat operating costs compared to 40 percent a year ago. Indicatively, a single ticket no vehicle included from Piraeus to Naxos now costs 51.50 euros, up by 7.29 percent from 48 euros last month.
That said, some ferries sell out, or require you to reserve a spot in advance (especially if you bring a vehicle). Tickets are often more expensive when purchased at the last minute, so by planning ahead and buying your tickets online you can likely save some money.
One of the best ways to save money on ferry tickets is to book early. Many ferry companies offer discounts for advance bookings, so it pays to plan ahead. Booking your tickets several weeks or even months in advance can help you get the best deals.
Things to Know About Taking Greek FerriesMost ferries don't sell out, but if you're trying to plan, you can go ahead and book 2 to 3 months in advance. Keep in mind that some ferries are seasonal and don't run all year long. For those who are island hopping, Eurail offers a ferry pass for the Greek Islands.
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.
The ferries in our region are free, including the tourist attraction, the Kootenay Lake Ferry, which is the longest free ferry in the world. It's a 35-minute journey covering 8km, and operates year round.
Usually, the ticket that you purchase is only valid for the crossing you have booked. Some ferry companies allow you to change your departure time at the port, but this usually only happens if multiple ferry sailings are available per day.
Santorini and Mykonos are two Greek islands that can be very expensive in general. Mykonos is a jet set island for many decades now so it is driven to accommodate rich people.
The summer months in Greece are June, July, and August but most tourists and the large cruise ships go to Greece in July and August so these are the busiest and most expensive months.
Top tips for finding cheap flights to Greece. Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price. High season is considered to be May, June and July. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is February.
From the date of the ticket issuance and up to 22 days before the scheduled departure, the fare of the ticket is fully refundable. From 21 days up to 8 days before the scheduled departure: 80% refund. From 7 days up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure: 50% refund.
If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.