How to get to Paros?

As one of the most popular destinations in Greece, it is easy to travel to Paros, either by ferry or by plane.

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In brief, the most preferred way to reach Paros is the ferry.
The island also has a national airport, receiving domestic flights from the International Airport of Athens. To get to Paros from other islands (Naxos, Santorini, Mykonos, etc.) directly, the ferry is the only option.

Getting informed about the local transportation options before visiting the island is recommended. That will help you organize your transportation throughout your stay in advance!

You can travel to Paros by ferry from Athens and from numerous other islands, including Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos, Crete and Milos.
Ferries from the Piraeus port in Athens depart daily throughout the year. During summer, though, itineraries are more frequent, while ferries depart from Rafina port, too. Rafina is a smaller port, yet is located closer to the International Airport of Athens.
The island is well-connected via ferry with many islands of the Cyclades and Crete.
The frequency of the routes during summer allows visitors to combine their stay in Paros with a visit to another island.
Most visitors come from Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos, Heraklion (Crete), Milos and Ios.
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You can fly directly to the island from Athens only. The Airport of Paros (PAS) receives domestic flights from the International Airport of Athens.
The airport is located around 10km away from Parikia, in the area of Kampos. You can reach the airport by car, public bus, and taxi.
Note: You can now travel to Paros from Athens with a helicopter transfer!

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How can I travel there from abroad?

Even though Paros boasts an airport, it is not an international one. In fact, it only receives direct flights from Athens. Therefore, to reach the island, you should take a flight to the International Airport of Athens first. After arriving in Athens, you have two options; you can either take a domestic flight to Paros or take a ferry from Piraeus port or Rafina port.

How can I travel there from Athens?

You can take a direct flight from the International Airport of Athens or a ferry from a port of Athens (Piraeus or Rafina).
Ferries from Piraeus depart daily throughout the year.
Learn more about how to get from Athens to Paros.

How can I travel there from Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos, and other islands?

The ferry is the only means of transport that can take you to Paros from another island. There are no direct flights to the island to get there by plane, so if you plan on reaching the island by plane, you have to make a stop at Athens first. Find the best ferry schedules!

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