Cheap Flights to Santorini

What are the best things to do in Santorini?

Akrotiri Archaeological Site

Akrotiri offers a historical look into Greece’s Bronze Age for visitors holidaying on return flights to Santorini. The earliest evidence of civilisation in the area dates back to at least the 4th millennium BC, and a major settlement was developed in this spot in the 3rd millennium BC. Excavations show that the ancient settlement was a major Aegean port city until a volcanic eruption in the 17th-century BC covered Santorini in ash, preserving the buildings of Akrotiri. Visit the Akrotiri Archaeological Site while holidaying on cheap flights to Santorini to learn more about the ancient city and see art murals, buildings, and an intricate draining system that was very advanced for its time.

Ancient Thera

See another aspect of the island’s history by visiting Ancient Thera in between your return flights to Santorini. People lived in Thera between the 9th-century BC and 726 AD when the city met a similar fate to Akrotiri when it was covered in ash from a volcanic eruption. Ancient Thera is located on top of Mesa Vouno, a 300-metre (984 foot) mountain on the eastern coast of Santorini. Take a walk through the ancient city to see buildings such as a theatre, markets, and pagan temples as well as artefacts like pottery and statues. Ancient Thera also has one of the best views you’ll find while holidaying on flights to Santorini with outlooks over the Aegean Sea and some coastal villages.

Caldera Trail

There are dozens of walking trails to explore while visiting Greece on flights to Santorini, and the Caldera Trail is one of the best. The trail stretches for about 10 kilometres (six miles) and connects the major villages of Fira and Oia. The walk isn’t very challenging and has a mix of paved paths and dirt trails. There are many scenic villages and various sites to see along the Caldera Trail, including Imerovigli, Skaros Rock, and the Monastery of Profitis Ilias. Reward yourself at the end by treating yourself to a meal or drink at one of the cliff top restaurants in Fira or Oia.

When is the best time to visit Santorini?

Summer is the most popular time of year to travel on airfare to Santorini due to beautiful temperatures of about 30°C. Travellers from all over the world book flights into Santorini International Airport (JTR) to take in the pristine beaches around the island. Many different festivals and events take place during the summer months, so you’ll have plenty of options to keep you entertained if you book tickets to Santorini for a summer getaway. Be aware that summer is peak season, so you’ll want to book your hotel early for the best price if you’ll be travelling on summer flights to Santorini.

Enjoy beautiful weather without the peak season crowds by booking airfare to Santorini for an autumn or spring holiday. Temperatures reach about 20° to 25°C during the day, so you can explore the island comfortably. The water may be too cold to swim in the spring, but you’ll find that the Aegean Sea is still warm from the summer if you travel on cheap flights to Santorini in the autumn. Bougainvillea flowers bloom in the spring and add an extra pop of colour to the villages of Santorini.

You’ll find the best deal on accommodation by booking tickets to Santorini for a winter holiday. This is the low season, so many hotels lower their rates. Temperatures reach about 15°C during the day and dip to around 9°C at night, and rain showers are fairly common. Bear in mind that some restaurants and shops close during the winter low season.

What is the best way to get around Santorini?

The individual villages across Santorini are compact and best explored on foot. Taxis are also widely available across the island and will get you anywhere you need to go in a short amount of time while holidaying on cheap flights to Santorini.

Public buses operate across the island, and they’re the most affordable way to travel from one village to another while holidaying on return flights to Santorini. The capital of Fira is the main hub for buses, with all of the island’s routes passing through. Buses are available to major areas of Santorini, including Oia, Akrotiri, Athinios Port, Pyrgos, and Santorini International Airport (JTR).

Many different ferry routes depart from Athinios Port and are ideal for day trips while holidaying on flights to Santorini. Catch the ferry to explore nearby islands like Ios, Thirasia, and Anafi.