Greece - Frequently Asked Questions

Where do you fly into for a Greek island hopping holiday?

It depends on the group of islands and your specific tour. For the Cyclades, you would likely fly into Athens, Santorini or Mykonos. The Dodecanese would be Kos or Rhodes. The Sporades would be Skiathos and the Ionian islands would be Zante.

Can you island hop from Santorini?

Yes. Santorini has good ferry connections and can be combined with holidays to Crete, Mykonos, Paros and Naxos.

How long is the flight to Greece from the UK?

The average flight to Greece is around 3 hours and 20 minutes. 

Which is the best Greek island to visit?

It depends on your taste as they all have fantastic qualities, which is why Greek island hopping holidays are a great option. The most popular Greek islands are Crete, Kos, Santorini, Rhodes, Mykonos, Zante and Kos. Less touristy islands include Lesbos, Kefalonia, Ithaca, Naxos and Ios – plus, many more.

How do I get from Athens to Santorini?

There are regular flights between Athens and Santorini that take 50 minutes. 

How many Greek islands are there in total?

Greece has 6,000 islands in total, of which 227 are inhabited.

Do I need a visa to visit Greece?

Please visit the FCO website for Greece entry requirements.