✈ How to get from Santorini Airport to Oia

Oia is perhaps the most popular destination on the island of Santorini and it’s around 17 km north of Santorini International Airport (JTR). You can choose between three transfer options to cover the Santorini Airport to Oia distance; taxi, private transfer and bus. An airport taxi or a private transfer are the fastest and most convenient options, offering 24/7 service. In light traffic conditions, you should reach your accommodation in about 25 minutes.

For more budget-conscious travellers, the bus is the best value-for-money transportation option. Even though there is no direct bus from Santorini Airport to Oia, you can still use local buses to reach your destination. You can take the bus from Santorini Airport to Fira and from there take another bus to Oia. Note that this option, although much cheaper, can significantly increase trip duration, which can take over an hour if you need to wait for the next bus departure.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€40	25min	24/7
Private Airport Transfer	€50	25min	24/7
Local Bus (KTEL)	€8	50min	07:00–23:00

How to get from Santorini Airport to Oia by taxi

A Santorini Airport taxi to Oia is one of the most handy and comfortable transportation options to reach your accommodation directly. Available around the clock, taxis can get you to your destination in around 25 minutes. Depending on your exact destination, you may need to walk a bit as most parts of Oia aren’t accessible by car.

Local taxis are silver and have the typical TAXI sign on the roof so you can’t miss them. However, they are limited so you may be asked to share the taxi with other passengers; taxi drivers at Santorini Airport usually want to fill up their 4 seats before leaving the airport.

How much does a Santorini Airport to city centre taxi cost?

Santorini taxi fares aren’t calculated by using a taximeter but rather depend on your destination and time of day. For certain routes, most taxi drivers will give you the same quote but prices aren’t set fixed so it’s best to ask before getting in the taxi.

For a taxi from Santorini Airport to Oia the price is on average €40 for up to 4 passengers during the day and €45 during the night from 00:00 to 05:00. Also, there is a €0.40 fee per piece of luggage heavier than 10 kg.

Keep in mind that the fare is per vehicle and not per passenger so it will be the same even if you share the ride with other travellers.

Cost

€40

Trip Duration

25 Min.

Waiting times for an available taxi can be significantly longer during peak season (May to August).

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available at Santorini Airport (JTR) 24/7.

Where do I get a taxi from?

The taxi rank at Santorini Airport is located just outside the terminal after exiting the Arrivals Hall. Once you exit the building, you will find the taxi line in front of you or people queuing up if taxis aren’t available.

Convenience

A taxi from Santorini Airport to Oia is one of the most convenient transportation options for quick service around the clock and ample luggage space. However, airport taxis in Santorini are few, so the waiting time for a taxi may be long, especially during the summer months when demand is very high or late at night when buses aren’t available.

Editor’s Note

Sharing a taxi with other passengers heading in the same general direction is common in Santorini. It's a good way to save time instead of waiting in the queue at the rank for an available taxi.

Useful Tips

Make sure to stop by the currency exchange office or at an ATM at the airport to withdraw some cash; most taxis in Santorini don't accept card payments.

Most taxi drivers in Santorini speak at least some basic English but you can write down anything important in Greek just in case.

According to Greek law, sedan taxis can carry up to 4 passengers, including children.

Airport taxis lining up at the rank don't have a baby/child seat equipped as it takes up space. You can fit your own or pre-book your ride so that the driver can provide one for you.

Tipping your taxi driver isn't expected in Santorini but it's well-received if the driver provides great service and helps you with your luggage.

How to get from Santorini Airport to Oia by private transfer

A Santorini Airport transfer to Oia is the best way to reach your accommodation directly and effortlessly. Rather than joining the queue at the taxi rank or waiting for the next bus departure, you can have a driver already waiting for you as soon as you land.

Pre-booking your transfer from Santorini Airport to Oia with a top-rated provider, such as Welcome Pickups, ensures a hassle-free arrival and a personalised experience with plenty of perks:

Meet and greets
Trained English-speaking drivers
Flight monitoring
Guaranteed fixed fares
24/7 customer support

With a private transfer, you can arrange everything in advance and leave nothing pending on the day of your arrival. Your driver will be your friend on the ground until you reach your destination and help make your stay even more memorable by sharing valuable tips and places to visit.

Keep in mind that not all parts of Oia are accessible by car so you may have to walk a bit to reach your accommodation.

What's the cost of a Santorini Airport transfer to Oia?

Pre-booking your transfer from Santorini Airport to Oia comes with a fixed fare that you will know and pay securely online in advance. This is a great perk if you want to budget your trip beforehand instead of getting a last-minute quote outside the airport.

A sedan transfer from Santorini Airport to the city centre of Oia costs €50 during the day and €56 during the night from 00:00 to 05:00. Likewise, a minivan for up to 8 passengers costs €65 during the day and €71 during the night and a minibus for up to 10 passengers €87 during the day and €93 during the night.

The booking process is very easy and will guide you to select the appropriate vehicle based on the number of passengers and pieces of luggage. After paying securely online, everything is set and you can relax knowing you have nothing left to worry about on the day of your arrival in Santorini.

Cost

€50

Trip Duration

25 Min.

Booking your private transfer in advance is the best way to ensure a seamless experience.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Private transfers are available 24/7 from Santorini Airport (JTR).

Where do I get a transfer from?

Instead of joining the taxi queue outside the Terminal at Santorini Airport, you can enjoy a personalised meet and greet inside the Arrivals Hall. As soon as you clear baggage claim and head toward the exit, look for your driver, who will be waiting for you, holding a sign with your name on it. After a friendly introduction, your driver will offer to help with your luggage and lead you to your pre-selected vehicle in the airport parking.

Convenience

Regular local taxis are a good option to leave the airport but nothing beats knowing someone is already waiting for you ready to take you directly to your accommodation. Pre-booking your private transfer with Welcome Pickups ensures reliable service, zero waiting time at the airport, and a professional driver for a hassle-free ride to your accommodation.

Editor’s Note

You will have 60 minutes of free waiting time to meet your driver after landing. If you think you need more time, consider setting your pickup time 20 to 30 minutes after your estimated flight arrival time.

Useful Tips

Sedan transfers can accommodate up to 4 passengers and minivans can up to 8.

You will receive an email with your driver's name, photo, contact details, and vehicle information so that you know what to expect on the day of your arrival.

If you need to, you can contact your driver via WhatsApp or the Welcome Traveller App.

If you need a baby/child seat, you can request one during the booking process online or through the Welcome Traveller app.

Your driver will monitor your arrival and adjust the pickup time accordingly if there's a flight delay.

How to get from Santorini Airport to Oia by bus

Even though there is no direct bus route from Santorini Airport to Oia, taking the local bus, called KTEL, is still a great option to reach your accommodation if you’re travelling on a budget. You will first have to take the bus to the central bus station in Fira and from change to a connecting bus to Oia.

The total journey time is around 50 minutes, depending on the traffic, but keep in mind that this can be longer if you miss the bus and end up waiting for the next one.

How much does the bus from Santorini Airport to Oia cost?

Travelling by bus from Santorini Airport to the city centre of Oia is by far the cheapest transportation option. Keep in mind that you will need two separate tickets to reach Oia by bus. The ticket from the airport to Fira costs €2 per person and the bus to Oia another €2 for a single trip. This brings the total cost of the bus from Santorini airport to Oia to €4.

You can purchase your ticket from the bus conductor only in cash.

Cost

€4

Trip Duration

50 Min.

The average waiting time for the local bus is around 1 hour.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The bus from the airport to Fira runs from 06:25 to 23:10 and the bus from Fira to Oia from 07:00 to 23:00 during the summer months.

Where do I get the bus from?

The bus stop at Santorini Airport is on your left as soon as you exit the Arrivals Gate. There’s a yellow marking on the road and a sign with the available routes and the timetable.

If the bus is full, which is quite common during the summer months, you will need to wait for the next one.

Convenience

The very low fare of the bus makes it a very budget-friendly choice to reach Oia. However, this also makes the bus a very popular choice, resulting in full buses, especially during the summer when the island is extremely busy. To fit as many passengers as possible, you will often see people standing on the aisle of the bus, which can get uncomfortable even when the a/c is on.

Timetables

KTEL bus timetables

Airport to Fira and Fira to Oia

KTEL bus pricelist

Single ticket prices and discounts

Editor’s Note

If you arrive at the bus stop just after a bus has left, it's best to take a taxi to your destination to avoid waiting an hour for the next one.

Useful Tips

During high season, buses can be very crowded and even have standing passengers on the aisle.

Luggage space on the bus is limited; make sure to store large luggage in the luggage compartment under the bus.

Children under the age of 4 travel on the bus for free.

Tickets can be purchased only on board. It's best to carry the exact fare or euros in small notes as the driver or bus conductor usually can't break large notes.

Different timetables apply during the winter and during the summer so it's a good idea to check the current schedule online.

Welcome Pickups transfer

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If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Santorini. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

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DAYTIME

€47

NIGHTTIME

€47

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PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Oia from the airport?

If you don’t wish to rent a car, a Santorini Airport taxi to Oia or a private transfer are the best options to reach your destination. They cost €40 to €50 respectively and take around 25 minutes to reach Oia. Alternatively, you can take the local bus but there is no direct route from Santorini Airport to the city centre of Oia; you need to take the bus from the airport to Fira and then from Fira to Oia. The total trip takes around 50 minutes and costs only €4 for a single ticket.

How much is a cab from Santorini Airport to Oia?

Taxis in Santorini aren’t fixed and depend mainly on the destination and time of day. The Santorini Airport to Oia taxi cost is on average €40 during the day and €45 during the night from 00:00 to 05:00.

Is there a bus from Oia to Santorini Airport?

The local bus, called KTEL, is a great value-for-money option to reach Oia. However, there is no direct route so you will need to take two buses; one from the airport to Fira and one from Fira to Oia. The total trip takes around 50 minutes and costs only €4 for a single ticket.

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How to get from Santorini Airport to Oia by taxi

How much does a Santorini Airport to city centre taxi cost?

Cost

€40

Trip Duration

25 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available at Santorini Airport (JTR) 24/7.

Where do I get a taxi from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Santorini Airport to Oia by private transfer

What's the cost of a Santorini Airport transfer to Oia?

Cost

€50

Trip Duration

25 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Private transfers are available 24/7 from Santorini Airport (JTR).

Where do I get a transfer from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Santorini Airport to Oia by bus

How much does the bus from Santorini Airport to Oia cost?

Cost

€4

Trip Duration

50 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The bus from the airport to Fira runs from 06:25 to 23:10 and the bus from Fira to Oia from 07:00 to 23:00 during the summer months.

Where do I get the bus from?

Convenience

Timetables

KTEL bus timetables

Airport to Fira and Fira to Oia

KTEL bus pricelist

Single ticket prices and discounts

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Oia from the airport?

How much is a cab from Santorini Airport to Oia?

Is there a bus from Oia to Santorini Airport?

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