Written by Celine Fournier, Julien Lambert, Maria Gaulto
08/08/2025
Asiomou, Wikimedia Commons
Astypalea has one main airport, Astypalaia Island National Airport (JTY), located near Analipsis, and its primary port is in Agios Andreas, approximately 2 kilometers from Chora, the island's capital.
By Air (Flights):
Direct domestic flights to Astypalaia Island National Airport (JTY) are available from Athens International Airport (ATH). The flight duration is approximately 50 minutes to 1 hour. One-way tickets can start from around €100, with round-trip fares from €174. Sky Express is a primary airline for this route.
Direct flights are also available from other Greek islands such as Leros, Kos, and Rhodes to Astypalea.
By Sea (Ferries):
Regular ferry services connect Astypalea to Piraeus Port in Athens throughout the year. The journey from Piraeus to Astypalea is long, typically taking 8.5 to 13 hours. Ferry ticket prices from Piraeus start from approximately €38 to €45. Major operators include Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways.
Astypalea is well-connected by ferry to many islands within the Cyclades and Dodecanese island groups.
Routes from Naxos typically take about 4 hours 45 minutes, with tickets starting from €18.
Ferries from Kos can take approximately 3 hours, with tickets from €13.
Connections from Rhodes generally last 4 to 5 hours, with fares from €21.
Services from Kalymnos are also available, with travel times ranging from 2 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 25 minutes, and tickets starting from €11.
Local Transport (from Airport/Port):
Taxis from Astypalaia Airport to the town center or Chora typically cost €15-€30 and take 15-20 minutes. Booking in advance is recommended as there isn't a taxi rank outside the airport.
A bus service operates between Chora and the airport, with a journey time of 30-40 minutes and a cost of around €2-€3.
Some hotels may offer shuttle services.
Car rental agencies are available near the port in Astypalea Town; advance booking is advised for airport pick-up.
The island offers electric vehicles for rent through services like astyGO for e-cars, e-scooters, and e-bikes, and ASTYBUS for ridesharing.
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