Hire a Private Jet to Santorini, Greece

Santorini is the most visually iconic of the Greek islands and one of the most celebrated private aviation destinations in the Mediterranean. The island's distinctive crescent shape - the remnant of a volcanic caldera formed by a catastrophic eruption approximately 3,600 years ago - creates an extraordinary landscape of sheer black and red cliffs rising 300 metres above the caldera sea, topped by the whitewashed villages of Fira and Oia whose blue-domed churches have become one of the most photographed images in the world. Private jet charter to Santorini from the UK arrives at Santorini National Airport Thira (JTR / LGSR), a compact island airport located on the north-eastern edge of the main island of Thira, approximately 5 km from the capital Fira and 15 km from Oia. The London to Santorini sector is 1,428 nautical miles - approximately 3 hours 41 minutes by midsize jet - making Santorini comfortably reachable on a direct non-stop flight from all UK departure airports on Challenger 300 class and larger aircraft.

 

 

Santorini Airport (JTR / LGSR) has a single runway of 2,125 metres, which accommodates midsize and large cabin jets but excludes ultra-long-range aircraft in the Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 class on full fuel loads. The airport has a private aviation handling facility and VIP lounge, though it is significantly smaller and less equipped than the FBOs at Athens or Rhodes. Journey time from the airport to Fira is approximately 10 to 15 minutes by car, and to Oia approximately 30 to 35 minutes. Due to the island's geography, transfers between the airport and the caldera-side hotels and villages involve winding cliff roads. Santorini is one of the most slot-constrained airports in the Greek islands during summer: the single runway and limited apron parking mean that July and August bookings require early planning. For groups arriving from Athens (118 nm, approximately 35 minutes), Santorini is a natural extension of a Greek island circuit.

Key Information:

• Typical flight time from London to Santorini: approximately 3 hours 41 minutes;
• Private jet charter prices: from 22,000 EUR;
• Airport: Santorini National Airport Thira (JTR / LGSR), single runway 2,125 m;
• Distance from airport to Fira: approximately 5 km, 10 to 15 minutes;
• Distance from airport to Oia: approximately 15 km, 30 to 35 minutes;
• Athens to Santorini: 118 nm - approximately 35 minutes by jet;
• Mykonos to Santorini: 63 nm - approximately 27 minutes by jet;
• Most popular aircraft: Challenger 300, Challenger 350, Challenger 605;
• Peak season: June to September - book 6 to 8 weeks ahead for July and August;
• Available departures from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Belfast.

Santorini draws private aviation clients for two primary reasons: luxury leisure travel and Greek island circuits. On the leisure side, Santorini is one of the top honeymoon and anniversary destinations in the world, and its collection of cave hotel suites cut into the caldera cliffs - Canaves Oia, Mystique, Katikies, Aenaon Villas - represent some of the most extraordinary hotel experiences in Europe. The sunset from Oia is genuinely one of the great natural spectacles of the Mediterranean. On the circuit side, Santorini sits at the heart of the Cyclades island group and connects naturally with Mykonos (63 nm north-west, 27 minutes), Athens (118 nm north-west, 35 minutes), Rhodes (126 nm east, 36 minutes) and Heraklion in Crete (65 nm south-west, 27 minutes). A Santorini-Mykonos-Athens circuit in three to five days is one of the most popular private aviation itineraries we arrange from the UK.

Private jet charter prices to Santorini from London start from approximately 22,000 EUR on a Challenger 300 for the 1,428 nm sector. The final cost depends on aircraft type, departure airport, passenger numbers and any onward island connections.

 

 

Private Jets UK provides access to more than 6500 aircraft worldwide, including light jets, midsize aircraft, heavy jets and ultra long-range business aircraft. Our aviation consultants can recommend suitable aircraft based on passenger numbers, baggage requirements, flight range and budget. Available aircraft include models from Gulfstream, Dassault, Bombardier, Embraer, Cessna, Pilatus, Beechcraft, Airbus and Boeing.

With more than 15 years of experience in business aviation, we arrange private jet charter flights to Santorini and across Greece from airports across the United Kingdom. Our team manages every stage of the journey, including aircraft sourcing, flight planning, airport handling, ground transfers and onward island connections.

 

 

One important operational note for Santorini: the airport's single runway and limited apron parking capacity mean that slot availability in July and August can be genuinely constrained. During peak summer, we recommend requesting aircraft options 6 to 8 weeks ahead for Santorini departures and arrivals. For groups with flexible dates, early June and September offer excellent weather with significantly better aircraft availability and more competitive pricing than peak July and August.

 

How long does it take to fly to Santorini?

The flight time on the private jet:

 

1 route

• London - Santorini, by private jet Citation XLS+
• Aircraft range: 2100 nm, 3889 km | 441 kts, 817 kmh
• Route: LHR | EGLL ⟶ JTR | LGSR
• Distance: 1428 nm / 2644 km
• Flight time: 3:41 h

 

2 route

• Edinburgh - Santorini, by private jet Challenger 605
• Aircraft range: 3995 nm, 7400 km | 470 kts, 870 kmh
• Route: EDI | EGPH ⟶ JTR | LGSR
• Distance: 1655 nm / 3066 km
• Flight time: 3:58 h

 

3 route

• Birmingham - Santorini, by private jet Challenger 605
• Aircraft range: 3995 nm, 7400 km | 470 kts, 870 kmh
• Route: BHX | EGBB ⟶ JTR | LGSR
• Distance: 1498 nm / 2775 km
• Flight time: 3:38 h

 

4 route

• Manchester - Santorini, by private jet Challenger 605
• Aircraft range: 3995 nm, 7400 km | 470 kts, 870 kmh
• Route: MAN | EGCC ⟶ JTR | LGSR
• Distance: 1542 nm / 2855 km
• Flight time: 3:44 h

 

5 route

• Glasgow - Santorini, by private jet Challenger 605
• Aircraft range: 3995 nm, 7400 km | 470 kts, 870 kmh
• Route: GLA | EGPF ⟶ JTR | LGSR
• Distance: 1683 nm / 3118 km
• Flight time: 4:02 h

 

The exact flight time depends on the model of the business jet and wind conditions. All UK airports can reach Santorini non-stop on Challenger 300 class and larger jets. Our consultant will make a detailed calculation of the flight time for the chosen aircraft.

 

 

Prices for the private jet flights to Santorini

The London to Santorini sector of 1,428 nautical miles is slightly longer than the Athens sector and sits at the upper end of the Citation XLS+ range from London, making the Challenger 300 class the more natural choice for this route from most UK airports. The sector is comfortably within non-stop range of all midsize and large cabin jets, and no fuel stop is required from any UK departure city.

Santorini pricing reflects its position as one of the most in-demand Mediterranean island destinations. Peak season surcharges are real and significant: a charter that costs 22,000 EUR in early June can be 25,000 to 27,000 EUR for the same aircraft in the last two weeks of July. This is driven by aircraft availability rather than simple demand pricing - the limited apron at Santorini Airport means fewer aircraft can be positioned there simultaneously, and during peak summer many operators simply do not have aircraft available in the Eastern Mediterranean that can serve the route efficiently.

Clients combining Santorini with Athens or Mykonos on a circuit should note that the island hop prices are modest: Athens to Santorini (118 nm) starts from approximately 4,500 EUR on a light jet, and Mykonos to Santorini (63 nm) from approximately 3,000 EUR. Including these connections as part of a connected charter is often more cost-efficient than booking them separately.

Below are the approximate prices for the flights performed this year. TOP 7 options:

1. from London to Santorini, 9 passengers, by Challenger 300 - 22,000 EUR;
2. from London to Santorini, 13 passengers, by Legacy 650 - 31,000 EUR;
3. from Edinburgh to Santorini, 9 passengers, by Challenger 350 - 26,500 EUR;
4. from Manchester to Santorini, 9 passengers, by Challenger 300 - 24,000 EUR;
5. from Glasgow to Santorini, 12 passengers, by Challenger 605 - 29,500 EUR;
6. from Belfast to Santorini, 9 passengers, by Challenger 350 - 27,000 EUR;
7. from Birmingham to Santorini, 13 passengers, by Legacy 650 - 32,500 EUR;

We can arrange flights from any city in the UK and European countries. If you have any questions about the departure or the flight itself, you can ask them using the form below:

 

 

Prices depending on the type of business jet

We can clearly show the high dependence of the cost of the flight, on the type of aircraft - we have collected approximate data, at the price of 1 flight hour, for various types of business jets:

• Large jet (similar to Legacy 600) - from 4900 to 5800 GBP per flight hour;
• Business liners - from 10300 GBP per flight hour;
• Light jet - from 2100 to 3000 GBP per flight hour;
• Long-haul jet (similar to Global 5000, Gulfstream G550, Falcon 7X, etc.) - from 5800 to 8800 GBP per flight hour;
• Medium-sized jet (identical to Cessna Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP, etc.) - from 3000 to 3700 GBP per flight hour;
• Turboprops - from 850 GBP per flight hour;
• Large medium-class jet (similar to Challenger 300, etc.) - from 4600 to 5500 GBP per flight hour;
• Small jet, from 1700 to 2500 GBP per flight hour;

 

 

Recent flights to Santorini

• London Farnborough to Santorini, Challenger 300, 8 passengers - a honeymoon group. A couple and their wedding party flying to Santorini for a five-night stay at a caldera cave hotel in Oia. We booked 5 weeks ahead to secure slot availability in late July - essential for peak summer at this airport. Charter was approximately 23,500 EUR. Ground transfers arranged from the airport to Oia, with luggage transferred separately by the hotel concierge team. The couple requested a bottle of champagne and a flower arrangement in the cabin on departure, which we coordinated with the Farnborough FBO catering team.
• Manchester to Santorini then Athens, Challenger 350, 9 passengers - a Greek island circuit. A group combining three nights in Santorini with two nights in Athens. Manchester to Santorini (1,542 nm, 3 hours 44 minutes) was the long sector at approximately 24,000 EUR. The Santorini to Athens hop (118 nm, 35 minutes) was arranged as a connected charter using the same Challenger 350, retained at Santorini for the three nights, at approximately 4,200 EUR. Total circuit cost approximately 28,200 EUR for the full itinerary including both sectors.
• Edinburgh to Santorini via Athens, Challenger 605, 11 passengers - a multi-generation family group. A family of three generations combining Athens sightseeing with four nights in Santorini. Edinburgh to Athens (1,538 nm, approximately 3 hours 45 minutes) was the primary sector at approximately 26,500 EUR. After two nights in Athens, a private jet connection to Santorini (118 nm, 35 minutes) was arranged at approximately 5,000 EUR. The Challenger 605 was retained at Santorini for the return leg to Edinburgh via Athens, which kept the overall return pricing predictable.
• London Biggin Hill to Santorini, Challenger 300, 6 passengers and one dog - a family summer holiday. A family of four adults and two children travelling with their golden retriever for ten days in Santorini. We handled the full pet documentation package: EU Animal Health Certificate from a UK government-authorised vet, microchip verification, rabies vaccination records and tapeworm treatment timed exactly to the 24 to 120 hour window before arrival in Greece. The dog travelled in the cabin throughout the 3 hours 41 minutes flight, on its own bed placed in the rear of the cabin. Charter was approximately 22,500 EUR. On arrival, we coordinated a large vehicle transfer to accommodate the dog crate and family luggage to their villa near Imerovigli.
• Birmingham to Santorini then Mykonos, Challenger 300, 7 passengers - a birthday celebration circuit. A group celebrating a significant birthday with a four-night itinerary split between Santorini (two nights) and Mykonos (two nights). Birmingham to Santorini (1,498 nm, approximately 3 hours 38 minutes) was booked 6 weeks ahead at approximately 21,500 EUR. The Santorini to Mykonos hop (63 nm, approximately 27 minutes) was arranged separately at approximately 3,200 EUR. The group requested specific catering for the outbound flight - a birthday cake, prosecco and a personalised menu - all coordinated with the Birmingham FBO in advance.

The examples above are recent indicative charters. Your quote will depend on the current season, aircraft positioning, passenger numbers and any additional services requested.

 

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Most Requested Aircraft for Flights to Santorini

The UK to Santorini sector of 1,428 to 1,701 nautical miles depending on departure city sits within non-stop range of all midsize and large cabin jets. The Challenger 300 class is the natural fit for most UK-Santorini bookings, though the runway length of 2,125 metres at Santorini Airport limits the heaviest aircraft on full fuel loads.

 

 

• Challenger 300 / Challenger 350 - the most popular choice for UK-Santorini flights, with a stand-up cabin for up to 9 passengers and the range to serve all UK airports non-stop. Well suited to the 2,125 m runway at Santorini;
• Citation XLS+ - a cost-efficient option for smaller groups of 6 to 8 passengers from London and Birmingham, where the shorter sector keeps the flight time comfortable for this cabin size;
• Challenger 605 - preferred for larger groups of 10 to 12 passengers requiring a full stand-up cabin and generous baggage capacity for longer stays;
• Legacy 650 - the best option for groups of 12 to 13 passengers, offering maximum cabin volume for the 3.5 to 4 hour sector;
• Hawker 850XP - a popular midsize option for 8 passengers seeking cabin comfort at a competitive price point on the UK-Santorini sector.

Note: ultra-long-range jets in the Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 class are subject to weight restrictions at Santorini Airport on full fuel loads. Our team confirms aircraft suitability for the Santorini runway as standard for every booking.

 

How to rent a business jet with a crew

5 main stages:

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  Sending an application

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  Clarification of details and search for options

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  Preparation and coordination of optimal options

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  Registration of documents. Payment of the invoice.

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  Departure on the route.

 

Business aviation airport in Santorini

All private jet flights to Santorini use the following airport:

• Santorini National Airport Thira (JTR) - Santorini, Greece (JTR / GR) - single runway 2,125 m, 5 km from Fira
   

Santorini National Airport Thira (IATA: JTR, ICAO: LGSR) is located on the north-eastern edge of the main island of Thira, approximately 5 km south-east of Fira and 15 km from Oia. The airport has a single asphalt runway of 2,125 metres oriented 15R/33L, which accommodates midsize and large cabin jets but imposes weight limitations on the heaviest ultra-long-range aircraft. A private aviation handling facility and VIP lounge are available on site, though the airport operates at a smaller scale than mainland Greek airports. Journey time from the airport to Fira is approximately 10 to 15 minutes, and to Oia approximately 30 to 35 minutes along the cliff road. UK citizens do not require a visa for Greece for stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

 

 

Main characteristics of the airport:

• The official name is Santorini National Airport Thira, JTR, Greece.
• Location: Monolithos area, Santorini (Thira), 84700, Greece.
• VIP handling and private aviation lounge - yes.
• Geolocation - 36°23′57″N, 25°28′46″E
• Single runway 15R/33L - 2,125 m - midsize and large cabin jets.
• IATA - JTR. ICAO - LGSR.
• Time Zone: +2.0 (EET / EEST)

Private aviation passengers use the VIP handling facility, separate from the commercial terminal. Check-in time is 30 minutes before departure. During peak summer (July to August), we recommend confirming slot availability and parking with the airport handler at the time of booking, as apron capacity is limited.

 

Greek islands circuit from Santorini

Santorini is one of the best-positioned islands in the Aegean for a multi-island circuit by private jet. All surrounding island airports are within 20 to 40 minutes, making it practical to combine Santorini with two or three additional destinations on a single connected charter. Distances and approximate flight times from Santorini:

• Santorini to Mykonos (JMK) - 63 nm / 116 km - approximately 27 minutes by jet;
• Santorini to Heraklion, Crete (HER) - 65 nm / 121 km - approximately 27 minutes by jet;
• Santorini to Paros (PAS) - 40 nm / 75 km - approximately 24 minutes by jet;
• Santorini to Athens (ATH) - 118 nm / 218 km - approximately 35 minutes by jet;
• Santorini to Rhodes (RHO) - 126 nm / 233 km - approximately 36 minutes by jet;
• Santorini to Corfu (CFU) - 335 nm / 620 km - approximately 57 minutes by jet.

The most popular circuits we arrange from Santorini: Santorini - Mykonos - Athens (returning to UK from Athens), Santorini - Heraklion - Rhodes (Eastern Mediterranean loop), and Santorini - Mykonos - Thessaloniki for clients combining islands with mainland Greece.

 

 

Flying to Santorini with your pet

Pets can travel in the cabin on private jets throughout the flight. For travel to Greece from the UK, the following documentation is required:

• EU Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued by a UK government-authorised veterinarian;
• Microchip (ISO 11784/11785 compliant);
• Valid rabies vaccination, administered at least 21 days before travel;
• Tapeworm treatment for dogs, administered 24 to 120 hours before arrival in Greece.

We advise on documentation requirements as part of every pet-inclusive booking. We recommend confirming current requirements with your veterinarian at least 4 weeks before travel.

 

 

Empty Leg Flights to Santorini

The UK-Santorini corridor generates empty leg opportunities particularly in summer as aircraft reposition after dropping clients on the island or return to UK and European bases from Greece.

• London Farnborough - Santorini | Challenger 300 | 9 passengers | from £13,500;
• Santorini - London | Challenger 350 | 9 passengers | from £14,800;
• Manchester - Santorini | Challenger 605 | 12 passengers | from £16,200;
• Santorini - Edinburgh | Challenger 605 | 12 passengers | from £17,400;
• Athens - Santorini | Citation CJ3+ | 6 passengers | from £2,200;

The prices shown above are indicative examples. Actual Empty Leg opportunities depend on aircraft availability, routing and travel dates.

 

 

Helicopter charter

Private Jets UK clients have access to the top private helicopters. Santorini and the surrounding Cyclades islands are well served by helicopter for inter-island connections and transfers that are impractical or slow by road or ferry. Key helicopter routes and helipad locations from Santorini:

• Santorini Airport helipad - helicopter arrivals and departures at JTR Airport, adjacent to the main runway. Used for connections to smaller islands without jet-capable runways;
• Oia helipad - a small helipad serving the northern village of Oia, avoiding the 30-35 minute road transfer from the airport for guests staying in that area;
• Santorini to Mykonos - 63 nm, approximately 27 minutes by jet or 35 to 40 minutes by helicopter. Helicopter is often preferred for this hop as it offers more flexibility on smaller aprons;
• Santorini to Heraklion, Crete - 65 nm, approximately 30 to 35 minutes by helicopter;
• Santorini to Paros - 40 nm, approximately 20 to 25 minutes by helicopter. Paros has no jet-capable runway so helicopter is the only private aviation option;
• Santorini to Ios - 20 nm, approximately 12 to 15 minutes by helicopter. Ios has no airport - helicopter is the only air access option;
• Santorini to Folegandros - approximately 25 minutes by helicopter. No airport on the island.

The following helicopters are available for booking:

• Robinson R44 (3 seats) - 16 helicopters available
• Robinson R66 (4 seats) - 19 helicopters available
• Agusta Westland 139 (15 seats) - 11 helicopters available
• Eurocopter AS355N (5 seats) - 7 helicopters available
• Agusta A109SP Grand New (5 seats) - 9 helicopters available
• Airbus Helicopter H130 (6 seats) - 2 helicopters available
• Eurocopter EC155 (6 seats) - 4 helicopters available
• Eurocopter AS350 Ecureuil (5 seats) - 6 helicopters available
• Agusta Westland AW139 (15 seats) - 2 helicopters available
• Airbus Helicopters H 135 (6 seats) - 5 helicopters available
• Bell 407GXP (5 seats) - 11 helicopters available
• Bell 429 (6 seats) - 8 helicopters available
• Bell 505 (4 seats) - 10 helicopters available
• McDonnell Douglas MD 600N (5 seats) - 2 helicopters available
• Sikorsky S-92 (24 seats) - 1 helicopters available

Please contact our aviation consultants for more detailed information on helicopter charter from Santorini and across the Cyclades.

 

 

Santorini private jet charter - FAQ

How long is a private jet flight from London to Santorini?
A private jet from London to Santorini takes approximately 3 hours 41 minutes on the 1,428 nautical mile sector. From Edinburgh the sector is 1,655 nm and takes approximately 3 hours 58 minutes. From Manchester approximately 3 hours 44 minutes. All UK airports reach Santorini non-stop on Challenger 300 class and larger jets.

How much does a private jet to Santorini cost?
Private jet charter to Santorini from London starts from approximately 22,000 EUR on a Challenger 300 for 9 passengers. From Edinburgh and Glasgow, prices start from approximately 26,500 to 29,500 EUR. Larger aircraft such as the Legacy 650 for 13 passengers cost from around 31,000 to 32,500 EUR from UK airports. Peak summer prices (mid-July to mid-August) are typically 15 to 20% higher.

Can I combine Santorini with other Greek islands on the same charter?
Yes. Santorini is ideally positioned for island circuits: Mykonos is 63 nm (27 minutes), Heraklion in Crete is 65 nm (27 minutes), Paros is 40 nm (24 minutes) and Athens is 118 nm (35 minutes). We regularly arrange Santorini-Mykonos-Athens circuits and Santorini-Heraklion-Rhodes Eastern Mediterranean loops on a single connected charter.

Are there any aircraft restrictions at Santorini Airport?
Santorini Airport has a single runway of 2,125 metres, which accommodates midsize and large cabin jets including the Challenger 300, Challenger 605 and Legacy 650. Ultra-long-range jets in the Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 class may face weight restrictions on full fuel loads at this runway length. We confirm aircraft suitability for the Santorini runway as standard for every booking.

When is the best time to fly to Santorini by private jet?
Early June and September offer the best combination of weather, aircraft availability and competitive pricing. July and August are peak season - the airport's limited apron and single runway create genuine slot constraints, and prices are typically 15 to 20% higher. Santorini is not really a winter destination for leisure travel, though the island is accessible year-round.

Can I reach islands near Santorini that have no airport?
Yes, by helicopter. Several nearby islands including Ios (20 nm, 12 minutes), Folegandros (25 minutes) and Paros for smaller helipad-only landings have no jet-capable runways. We arrange helicopter connections from Santorini Airport or from the Oia helipad to these destinations as part of the broader itinerary.

Do UK citizens need a visa for Greece?
No. UK citizens can visit Greece for up to 90 days within any 180-day period without a visa. A valid UK passport is required. Private jet passengers clear customs and immigration at the private aviation handling facility at Santorini Airport.

 

 

Flights from the UK to Santorini

The most popular flight routes are London - Santorini and Manchester - Santorini. Our clients regularly combine Santorini with Mykonos, Athens and Rhodes on Greek island circuits. You can also explore the broader Greece charter network. Due to our active network of operators across the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean, we offer efficiently managed private aviation to Santorini from all UK airports.

 

 

 

Santorini - destination overview

Santorini occupies a unique position among the Greek islands and indeed among Mediterranean travel destinations as a whole. The island's origins are violent: the enormous volcanic eruption of approximately 1,600 BCE, one of the largest in human history, destroyed what had been a roughly circular island and left the current crescent shape, with the caldera - the submerged remains of the volcanic chamber - now forming a bay approximately 12 km wide, enclosed on three sides by the island's remnants and open to the south-west. The caldera walls rise 300 metres sheer from the water on the western face, and it is on these cliffs that the villages of Fira, Imerovigli and Oia are built, their whitewashed cube houses and blue-domed churches cascading down the volcanic rock in one of the most photographed vistas on earth.

The island has three distinct characters depending on where you stay. The caldera-side villages - Oia, Imerovigli and Fira itself - offer the iconic view, the cave hotels cut into the cliff face, and the concentration of high-end restaurants and boutique retail. The eastern coast, around Kamari and Perissa, is where the island's black sand beaches are located - darker and more dramatic than typical Mediterranean beaches due to the volcanic origin of the sand. And the south, around Akrotiri, contains the extraordinary Minoan Bronze Age settlement preserved under volcanic ash, which rivals Pompeii in its completeness and its testimony to the sophistication of the civilisation the eruption destroyed.

The sunset from Oia is genuinely one of the great natural spectacles in the Mediterranean. The combination of the caldera geometry, the altitude of the village and the western aspect creates a light show as the sun descends into the sea that draws visitors from across the island every evening. The best caldera sunset views are from Oia and from the Skaros rock above Imerovigli, slightly less crowded than Oia itself.

 

 

Where to stay in Santorini - hotels

Santorini's hotel scene is dominated by cave hotels - suites cut into the caldera cliff face, typically with private plunge pools overlooking the caldera and extraordinary sunset views. The best properties are clustered in Oia and Imerovigli:

• Canaves Oia Suites and Canaves Epitome - the most celebrated cave hotel complex in Oia, with individually designed suites featuring private infinity pools carved into the cliff. One of the most photographed hotel properties in the world. Approximately 40 minutes from Santorini Airport.
• Mystique, a Luxury Collection Hotel - a cliff-side property in Oia with cave suites, an infinity pool, and the Asea restaurant perched above the caldera. Approximately 40 minutes from the airport.
• Katikies Hotel - a long-established luxury cave hotel in Oia known for its cascading pool terraces and exceptional service. Approximately 40 minutes from the airport.
• Aenaon Villas - a boutique collection of cave villas in Imerovigli, slightly quieter than Oia and considered by many to offer the finest caldera view on the island. Approximately 20 minutes from the airport.
• Grace Santorini - a design-led boutique hotel in Imerovigli with a celebrated champagne pool and exceptional restaurant. Approximately 20 minutes from the airport.

Our team can arrange chauffeured transfers from Santorini Airport to any property on the island, and coordinate private dinners, yacht excursions from the old port of Ammoudi beneath Oia, and helicopter connections to other Cyclades islands.