Samos is a lush and historic Greek island in the Eastern Aegean — home to mountains, beaches, wine traditions and ancient heritage. Thankfully, it’s also well-connected.
You can reach it by ferry from Piraeus, Kavala and Thessaloniki, or by plane from Athens and seasonal international airports.
✈️🚢 Ways to Reach Samos Samos has its own airport (SMI), with daily domestic flights and seasonal international arrivals. It is also served by three major Greek ports:
Piraeus (Athens)
Kavala
Thessaloniki (mostly during summer)
Travel Options to Samos
| From → Samos | Transport | Duration | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens → Samos | Flight (Aegean, Sky Express) | 50 mins | €50–90 |
| Piraeus → Samos | Ferry (Blue Star Ferries) | 9–13 hrs | €40–65 |
| Kavala → Samos | Ferry (1–2 times per week) | 14–16 hrs | €45–75 |
| Thessaloniki → Samos | Ferry (seasonal) | 16–18 hrs | €50–80 |
Ferries usually arrive at Vathy or Karlovasi, depending on the route.
Island Connections Ikaria – daily short ferry
Patmos, Fournoi, Leros, Kalymnos, Kos, Rhodes – inter-island routes
Chios & Lesvos – occasional service
Acts as a key transit point in the Aegean
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