Which Santorini helicopter flight is right for you?
Flying onward from Santorini? Private helicopter transfers connect the island with Athens (about 70 minutes), Mykonos (40 minutes), Crete (45 minutes), Milos (30 minutes), Paros and Naxos (about 25 minutes), Ios (15 minutes) and most major Greek islands — no ferry lines, no airport waits. Just want the views? The 30-minute Santorini helicopter sightseeing tour circles the island’s volcanic caldera without leaving Santorini.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I fly by helicopter from Santorini?
To Athens and most major Greek islands, including Mykonos, Crete (Heraklion, Chania and Elounda), Milos, Paros, Naxos, Ios, Folegandros, Sifnos, Antiparos, Hydra and Spetses.
How long is the helicopter flight from Santorini to Mykonos or Athens?
Santorini to Mykonos takes about 40 minutes and Santorini to Athens about 70 minutes. Nearby islands are even faster — Ios in about 15 minutes, Paros and Naxos in about 25 minutes.
Can I take a helicopter tour without leaving Santorini?
Yes — the 30-minute Santorini helicopter sightseeing tour gives you sweeping aerial views of the island and its volcanic caldera, taking off and landing on Santorini.
How is helicopter pricing calculated?
Rates are shown live for your travel date — select your route and date online to see the current price, and book online 24/7.
Why fly by helicopter instead of taking the ferry?
You avoid the hassle of airline and ferry transfers and gain valuable time in-destination — what takes hours by sea takes minutes by air, with views you can’t get any other way.
