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Discover the enchanting allure of Santorini, a Cycladic jewel renowned for its breath-taking caldera views. Picture-perfect whitewashed villages, iconic blue-domed churches, and volcanic beaches create an idyllic escape. Immerse yourself in the island's rich history, indulge in delectable Greek cuisine, and experience unforgettable sunsets that paint the sky in hues of gold and pink.
Approximate flight time:
4 hours 10 minutes (total distance approx. 2490 miles)
Airlines that fly direct:
Jet2.com & TUI
Airports in Santorini:
Santorini Airport (JTR)
Seasons:
High = May - September; Low = November - March
Currency:
Euro (€)
Arriving at Santorini Airport (JTR)
Santorini Airport is one of the biggest and busiest airports in Greece. It’s well connected with other major Greek cities and islands, as well as with major European capitals and cities, via charter flights.
There are several ways you can transfer from the airport to the city centre. The airport bus stop is located outside the terminal building and buses to the city are frequent. You can buy your ticket directly from the driver with Euros. Journey time is around 35 minutes. If you are staying in the Old Town, it’s a 5-minute walk from where you will be dropped in the centre.
If you’d prefer to take a taxi, you will find a taxi rank at Arrivals. Alternatively, you could hire a car for your stay.
Alternatively, pre-book your transfer with HolidayTaxis and avoid the queues when you arrive.
What to expect in Santorini
The largest and most historically important of the Cyclades group of islands, Santorini offers an abundance of beaches, wooded valleys and ancient history. Whether you’re here on a culture-vulture journey through past civilisations, or simply for some laidback beach time, buzzing nightlife, or diving in crystal-clear waters, you’ll find it all in Santorini.
Greek is the main language spoken in Santorini, but most locals speak English very well. Learning a few words in their native language will always be appreciated, though.
Santorini enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with hot, sunny summers and mild, rainy winters. The daily average temperature ranges from 12 °C in January and February to 27 °C in August.
Culture in Santorini
One of the best-preserved medieval settlements in the world, the atmospheric Old Town of Santorini has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the city’s main attractions. Here you will discover a maze of cobbled streets that will transport you back to the days of the Byzantine Empire and beyond – every stone tells a story.
Discover the city’s history at one of the popular museums. The Archaeological Museum and Museum of Modern Greek Art are popular among locals and tourists. Head south from Santorini to the picture-perfect town of Lindos, capped by an ancient Acropolis, and sugar-cube houses that spill down to a turquoise bay.
Greek food is some of the freshest and most flavoursome of all cuisines, and you can sample the best of it in Santorini. Nibble on their delicious appetizers such as pitaroudia (fried chickpea-balls with chopped mint, onions and tomato), zucchini-balls and stuffed cyclamen leaves with lentils.