Getting from Astypalaia to Milos

If you are heading to Milos from Astypalaia you are making your way from a butterfly-shaped island between the Cyclades and the Dodecanese to one of the most visually striking islands in the Cyclades, on the western side of the Aegean. It has a volcanic coastline of white and ochre rock formations and beaches that look like nowhere else in Greece.

Take the ferry

There is a seasonal direct ferry from Astypalaia to Milos running in summer on the wider Blue Star and Seajets routes. The service runs a limited number of times per week and takes around 3 to 6 hours depending on the vessel and stops. It is one of the more natural connections from Astypalaia into the western Cyclades and avoids going through Athens entirely. Alternatively take the ferry from Astypalaia to Piraeus and then the Piraeus to Milos ferry, which runs several times daily in summer.

Getting there by air

Milos has its own small airport with connections from Athens. Astypalaia has its own small airport with connections from Athens. Flying from Astypalaia to Athens and then Athens to Milos takes around 40 to 45 minutes on the second leg. Total journey time is around 4 to 5 hours. In Greece, airlines do not operate direct inter island flights.

Your best option

Take the seasonal direct ferry from Astypalaia to Milos when the schedule works for your dates. It is the most enjoyable approach and avoids Athens entirely. If the timing does not align, fly from Astypalaia to Athens and then fly to Milos. The flight from Athens to Milos takes only 40 minutes. If you are traveling with a car, take the ferry from Astypalaia to Piraeus and board the conventional Piraeus to Milos ferry, which takes your vehicle directly to Adamas port.