Cheap flights to Fira
The main aviation hub for travelers planning a visit to Santorini is Santorini International Airport, located just 5 km from the city center. Its route network covers 15 popular destinations, with Athens leading in flight frequency with 281 flights per week, followed by London (45 flights) and Milan (33 flights). Information on transport connections and infrastructure can be found in the how to get there section, while a detailed guide to the resort will help you find your way around.
In total, 35 airlines operate regular flights to Fira, offering flexible travel options from both Europe and within Greece. The largest carriers on this route are Aegean Airlines and Sky Express, along with popular low-cost carriers EasyJet and Transavia. Below on the page, you will find convenient departure city cards with a search form, where you can check the current schedule and the weather forecast for your planned travel dates.
Bucharest — Fira
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Heraklion — Fira
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Thessaloniki — Fira
Flight insights to Fira
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Fira — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Fira come from Athens, London and Milan. Athens leads with around 281 flights a week.
- Athens281 flights/week
- London45 flights/week
- Milan33 flights/week
- Paris30 flights/week
- Thessaloniki28 flights/week
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Fira depart from Greece, Italy and United Kingdom. Greece alone accounts for about 53% of all direct routes.
- Greeceavg $74
- Italyavg $69
- United Kingdomavg $110
- Franceavg $84
- Germanyavg $92
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Fira range from Milan at $38 to Thessaloniki at $81 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
- Athensfrom $52
- Londonfrom $45
- Milanfrom $38
- Parisfrom $59
- Thessalonikifrom $81
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Fira from right now are Milan from $38, Bucharest from $38 and London from $45.
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Fira is from Dublin at about 4h 28m, followed by Edinburgh (4h 25m) and Manchester (4h 10m).
- Dublin4h 28m
- Edinburgh4h 25m
- Manchester4h 10m
- Oslo4h 7m
- Helsinki3h 53m
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ItalyFrequently asked questions
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Fira?
- The highest number of flights arrives from the Greek capital, Athens, with 281 weekly departures. Other top destinations include London (45 flights per week), Milan (33 flights), and Paris (30 flights). Significant traffic is also provided by Thessaloniki and Naples.
- How many airlines fly to Fira?
- Air service to the city is provided by 35 airlines. The leaders in passenger volume are the Greek carriers Aegean Airlines and Sky Express. Additionally, regular flights are operated by major European carriers such as EasyJet, British Airways, and the low-cost airline Volotea.
- Which airports handle flights to Fira?
- The only arrival airport is Santorini International Airport (JTR). This modern terminal is located just 5 kilometers from the city center, making transfers to your holiday destination fast and convenient.
- How to find cheap tickets to Fira?
- To find the best fares, it is recommended to explore offers from budget airlines such as Wizz Air Malta or Vueling. It is also worth considering options with a layover in Athens and using the search by departure cities provided on this page to compare prices from all 35 carriers.
- When is the best time to buy flight tickets to Fira?
- Given the high popularity of the destination, especially during the summer, it is worth booking tickets 3–5 months in advance. To get the best price, try to choose departure dates in the middle of the week and avoid peak holidays when demand from tourists in London, Paris, and other European capitals is at its highest.