Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Akrotiri travel guide

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You're Going to Love Akrotiri

Akrotiri is a must-see destination in South Aegean, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Akrotiri has to offer.

When to visit Akrotiri

Akrotiri in April
Estimated flight+hotel price
£391
2 travellers
Flight to Akrotiri
3 nights at hotel
Akrotiri in April
Estimated flight+hotel price
£391
2 travellers
Flight to Akrotiri
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Akrotiri

Plane

When flying to Akrotiri, you’ll arrive at Santorini/Thira Airport (JTR), which is located 9 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Akrotiri from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Akrotiri is to pick up a car hire from Rhodes, which is about 253 km from Akrotiri. You’ll find branches of Wheego and Ok Mobility, among others, in Rhodes.

Plane

When flying to Akrotiri, you’ll arrive at Santorini/Thira Airport (JTR), which is located 9 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Akrotiri from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Akrotiri is to pick up a car hire from Rhodes, which is about 253 km from Akrotiri. You’ll find branches of Wheego and Ok Mobility, among others, in Rhodes.

Airports near Akrotiri

JTRThera Santorini

Airlines serving Akrotiri

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,966 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,053 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,799 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (276 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (227 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (343 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
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Where to stay in Akrotiri

From 5-star hotels such as the Astarte Suites to great affordable options like the Apanemo Hotel & Suites, Akrotiri offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £358 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Akrotiri

Most booked hotels in Akrotiri

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Santorini Kastelli Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£107+
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La Perla Villas and Suites - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£358+
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Acroterra Rosa
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
£170+
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Hotel Goulielmos
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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Astarte Suites
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£218+
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Volcano View by Caldera Collection
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£132+
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Hiring a car in Akrotiri

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Akrotiri (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.28 and £23.03.

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Akrotiri (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.28 and £23.03.

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