Getting There and Away

Scenic view of traditional white houses and azure sea in Naxos, Greece.
Efrem Efre, Pexels

Naxos is primarily served by Naxos Airport (JNX) for air travel and Naxos Port, located in Chora, the island's capital, for sea connections. The main transport hubs on the Greek mainland for reaching Naxos are Athens International Airport (ATH) and the ports of Piraeus and Rafina.

Flights from Athens:

Direct flights are available from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Naxos Airport (JNX) with airlines such as Olympic Air and Sky Express. The flight duration is approximately 40-45 minutes. One-way fares can start from around €41-€60, while round-trip tickets typically range from €60-€205, varying by airline and booking time.

Ferries from Piraeus (Athens):

Conventional ferries from Piraeus Port to Naxos generally take 5 to 6.5 hours, with tickets costing approximately €27-€78. High-speed ferries can complete the journey in about 3.5 to 4.5 hours, with ticket prices ranging from €66-€115.70. Services are operated by companies like Blue Star Ferries and Seajets, with multiple daily crossings, especially during peak season.

Ferries from Rafina (Athens):

Rafina Port, closer to Athens International Airport, also offers ferry connections to Naxos, typically during the tourist season (May to mid-September). The travel time from Rafina to Naxos is about 3.5 to 4.5 hours, with a one-way ticket starting around €30.

From Naxos Airport to Naxos Town (Chora):

The airport is approximately 4 kilometers from Naxos Town. Taxis offer a direct transfer, taking about 10-12 minutes and costing roughly €10-€15. Public buses (KTEL) are available, taking around 20-25 minutes, with a one-way fare of about €1.50-€2.

From Naxos Port to Naxos Town (Chora):

Naxos Port is located in Naxos Town itself. A central bus station and taxi rank are available directly outside the port for onward travel to other parts of the island. Public buses to Naxos Town take approximately 3 minutes and cost €1-€2.