Getting from Chios to Sikinos

If you are heading to Sikinos from Chios you are making your way from one of the most overlooked islands in the northeastern Aegean to one of the lesser talked about islands in the Cyclades, on the opposite side of Greece. It has a Chora perched on a ridge above the port and an atmosphere of genuine calm that sets it apart from its more visited neighbours.

Take the ferry

There is no direct ferry from Chios to Sikinos. Getting there by sea means taking the overnight Chios to Piraeus ferry, which runs around 3 times a week and takes around 9 hours, and then the Piraeus to Sikinos ferry, which runs around 3 times a week and takes around 7 to 9 hours. Alternatively fly from Chios to Athens and then fly to Santorini and take the short ferry from Santorini to Sikinos, which takes around 2 to 3 hours and runs several times a week in summer.

Getting there by air

Sikinos has no airport. The nearest airport is Santorini. Chios has its own airport with daily connections from Athens. Flying from Chios to Athens and then Athens to Santorini, followed by the short ferry to Sikinos, gives a total journey time of around 5 to 6 hours. In Greece, airlines do not operate direct inter island flights.

Your best option

Fly from Chios to Athens and then fly to Santorini and take the short ferry across to Sikinos. It is the most practical approach. If you are traveling with a car, take the overnight ferry from Chios to Piraeus and board the conventional Piraeus to Sikinos ferry, which takes your vehicle directly to the island.