Chios, the fifth largest of the Greek islands, is situated in the Aegean Sea, close to Turkey’s coast. It’s known for its stunning beaches, medieval villages, and the unique mastic trees. Getting to Chios can be done by air or sea.
Getting There
By Air:
Chios Island National Airport “Omiros” is connected with both Athens and Thessaloniki airports, as well as some other Greek islands during peak season. The flight from Athens to Chios takes around 45 minutes.
From Athens: Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” offers several daily flights to Chios via Olympic Air and Aegean Airlines.
From Thessaloniki: There are also flights from Thessaloniki to Chios, though less frequent.
Remember to check flight schedules as they can change depending on the season.
By Ferry:
Chios is also accessible by ferry. This is a good option if you’re already in Greece and have a bit more time to enjoy the journey. You can take a ferry to Chios from several different ports:
From Piraeus (Athens): Ferries from Piraeus port in Athens to Chios operate daily and the trip lasts from 7 to 9 hours depending on the ferry company.
From Thessaloniki: There are also weekly ferry connections between Thessaloniki and Chios, but the trip is longer, around 14 hours.
From Lesvos and Samos: During summer, there are daily ferries from Lesvos (Mytilene) and Samos to Chios.
From Cesme (Turkey): There is a daily ferry from Cesme in Turkey to Chios, which takes about 20 minutes, making Chios a popular day trip destination for visitors in Turkey.
Getting Around
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