The Greek Islands have fascinated travelers and tourists since ages. People from all over the world come to explore the beauty of the islands as well as learn the history, tradition and culture of each place. It is also said that the real essence of Greece can be felt in the various islands of the country only. Athens is the capital of the country and is one of the most important ports as well. There is more than one port in Athens from where ferry services to the different Greek islands are operated. Some of the most important islands in Greece include Corfu, Mykonos, Syros and many more. If travelers want to travel cheap, they can take a ferry from Athens to Mykonos.

The two most important ports in Athens are Rafina and Piraeus. There are ferry services to the other Greek islands from both these ports in Athens. Mykonos is popular for its pristine beaches and the vibrant and lively nightlife. If you are tight on your budget but have ample time in your hand, you can think of going to Mykonos from Athens via the different ferry services. The ferry services help in exploring the beauty of the sea along with the islands. If you are new to Athens, make sure that you have a detailed map of the port. There are many gates to the port and you must know the exact gate from where the ferries to Mykonos depart. It is recommended that you arrive at the port early so that you have ample time to look for the right gate.

The time taken for ferry from Athens to Mykonos depends on the ferry type. There are different maritime companies that operate ferries between the islands. If you are taking a ferry from the ports of Athens to Mykonos, it will take about 4 and half hours to 5 hours 15 minutes. However, if the ferry is taken from Rafina, another important port in Athens, it takes about 3 hours to reach Mykonos. The port in Rafina is also in close proximity to the Athens International Airport.

There are high and low tourist seasons in the Greek islands. During the peak season, there are frequent ferry services between Greek ports, while in off season, the numbers of ferry services are less. It is quite surprising to see that during the peak season it is difficult to get bookings for the ferries. So, it is recommended that advance bookings should be made to avoid any kind of problems at the last moment. There are long waiting lists for bookings in the peak season. Many of the maritime companies that have services of ferries from Athens to Mykonos have their own online system to make advance bookings.