How to get to Alonissos: ferries, Skiathos and where to stay
Alonissos has no airport: here's how to arrive by ferry from Skiathos, Volos or Evia, and where to stay.
- Easiest: fly to Skiathos, then a ferry of about 1 hour 20 minutes to 2 hours.
- You can also sail from Volos (3–5 hours) or Mantoudi in Evia.
- Stay in Patitiri without a car, Chora for views, Votsi for families.
Flying to Alonissos means matching your Skiathos flight to the ferry times, especially outside summer.
Where is Alonissos?
Alonissos is a small, green island in the Northern Sporades, east of Skiathos and Skopelos. It is quieter and less touristy than its neighbours, with pine forests, pebble coves and clear water. The island lies within the National Marine Park of Alonissos and the Northern Sporades, one of Greece's largest marine reserves.
How to get to Alonissos
Alonissos has no airport, so you arrive by ferry. All ferries dock at Patitiri, the main town.
Via Skiathos: the easiest route
- Fly to Skiathos – Skiathos has an international airport with flights from Athens and, in summer, charter flights from Europe.
- Taxi to the port – the airport is close to Skiathos port. According to Dave's Travel Pages, a taxi costs around €15.
- Ferry to Alonissos – in summer there are several sailings a day, usually four to five. The crossing takes about 1 hour 20 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the vessel and the stop at Skopelos.
Via Volos
From Volos, a mainland port, at least three ferries a day sail in summer, taking three to five hours. If you're combining it with the Pelion peninsula, see our Pelion beaches guide.
Via Mantoudi in Evia
From Athens it's about a three-hour drive to Mantoudi port in Evia, then about two hours by sea to Alonissos. There are only one or two sailings a day.
Important: there are far fewer sailings in winter. Check the current timetable before booking flights.
Where to stay in Alonissos
- Patitiri – the main town and port, with most restaurants, shops and car-hire firms. Easiest without a car.
- Chora – the old hilltop village, with superb views and quiet lanes. About a 45-minute uphill walk from Patitiri, or a short drive.
- Votsi – a small village near Patitiri with a quiet bay. Good for families.
What to do in Alonissos
- Swimming – most beaches are pebble coves with clear water, many on the east coast.
- Boat trips – day boats leave Patitiri for the marine park and the small islands around it.
- Walking – marked trails run through pine forests, olive groves and coves.
More on the Skiathos destination page.
FAQ
How do you get to Alonissos? Fly to Skiathos, take a taxi to the port and catch a ferry to Alonissos, about 1 hour 20 minutes to 2 hours. You can also sail from Volos or from Mantoudi in Evia.
Does Alonissos have an airport? No. The nearest airport is on Skiathos.
Where should you stay in Alonissos? Patitiri, the port and main town, if you have no car; Chora, the old hilltop village, for the views; Votsi for families.
Is Alonissos good for families? Yes. The island is quiet and safe, with calm coves. Most beaches are pebbly, so bring water shoes.
