Mykonos · Getting there
Mykonos is one of the best-connected islands in Greece. Its airport, about 4 km south-east of Chora, has flights from Athens all year and direct seasonal flights from much of Europe in summer. By sea, ferries and fast boats run from both Athenian ports, Piraeus and Rafina, and on to the rest of the Cyclades. Ferries dock at the new port of Tourlos, about 2 km north of Chora; boats to Delos and some local boats use the old port in town.
By plane
About 4 km south-east of Chora
Flights from Athens all year, about 25 minutes, and many direct seasonal flights from European cities in summer.
Into town: Taxi, a hotel transfer or the bus into Chora; the airport is close enough that the ride is short. Taxis can be scarce at peak times, so arrange a transfer in July and August.
Spata, east of Athens
Flights from all over Europe and beyond, all year.
Into town: Connect to a flight to Mykonos, or take a bus or taxi to Rafina, the closer port to the airport, or to Piraeus.
By ferry
Ferries and fast boats from Piraeus and Rafina land at the new port of Tourlos. Rafina is closer to Athens airport; Piraeus is closer to the city. Fast boats are the first to be cancelled in a strong meltemi, so leave room in your plans.
Rafina Tourlos (new port)
Fast boats and conventional ferries, usually calling at Andros and Tinos on the way.
Piraeus Tourlos (new port)
Fast boats and conventional ferries, many calling at Syros or Tinos.
Island hopping
Mykonos Delos
From the old port in Chora. Day trips only: no one may stay overnight on Delos.
Mykonos Tinos
The quiet, devout, marble-carving neighbour: the best antidote to a Mykonos night.
Mykonos Syros
The capital of the Cyclades, with its neoclassical town of Ermoupoli.
Mykonos Paros & Naxos
For villages, long beaches and much kinder prices.
Mykonos Santorini
Fast boats, often via Paros, Naxos or Ios.
When you land
From the new port into town
Ferries dock at Tourlos, about 2 km north of Chora. A sea bus and buses run into town, and taxis wait at the port; many hotels send transfers.
Three bus stations
The north station behind Remezzo above the old port serves Ano Mera, Elia and Kalafatis; the old-port stop serves Tourlos and Agios Stefanos; Fabrika, at the entrance to Chora, serves Ornos, Agios Ioannis, Platis Gialos, Psarou, Paraga and Paradise.
Beach boats
In summer little boats leave Platis Gialos and Ornos for Paraga, Paradise, Super Paradise, Agrari and Elia: often quicker than the road, and part of the fun.
Taxis are few
Mykonos has famously few taxis for the crowds it gets, and queues at night can be long. Book a transfer for flights and ferries, and plan your way home from the clubs.
Book early
In July and August beds, cars and restaurant tables sell out and prices peak. June and September are warm, a little calmer and noticeably cheaper.
Times and frequencies are typical for the summer season and change every year. Check the current timetable before you book.
Rooms with a view, picked for how they feel, not for star ratings.
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