Travelling to Rhodes by air and boat is easy at any time of year.
By Air: Rhodes International Airport (Diagoras) has year-round flights from Athens, as well as seasonal direct flights from many European cities. The airport is about 14km from Rhodes Town.
By Ferry: Regular ferries connect Rhodes to Piraeus (Athens) (around 13-16 hours, often overnight) and there are services to Dodecanese islands like Kos, Symi and Patmos and to Crete.
⛴ Ferry Schedules to Rhodes
Rhodes, the largest island of the Dodecanese, is connected to Athens through Piraeus Port, with year-round ferry routes.
From Piraeus:
- Conventional ferry: ~15–17 hours (usually overnight)
Ferries to Rhodes typically offer cabins, numbered seats, and vehicle decks for long-distance comfort.
Luggage is included in the ticket price, with storage areas available onboard.
In summer, ferry schedules become more frequent, and Rhodes also has direct ferry connections to other Dodecanese islands like Kos, Symi, and Kalymnos.