Private Transfer Santorini: Airport & Port Pickup

A short trip door-to-door, depending on where you land and where you're staying

A private transfer in Santorini picks you up at the airport or port and takes you directly to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver who speaks English. You choose airport transfer, port transfer, or hotel transfer at checkout. Your driver meets you at arrivals holding a sign with your name, and the price is confirmed before you book. Bottled water is included.

The experience

The transfer starts the moment you clear baggage claim or step off the ferry. Your driver is waiting outside arrivals with your name on a sign: no hunting for a taxi rank, no haggling over the fare. You get in, the vehicle is cool and comfortable, and you head straight to your accommodation. The whole journey takes between fifteen and forty-five minutes depending on which part of the island your hotel sits on and whether you're coming from the airport or the port.

The drivers are professional, experienced, fluent in English, and know the island well. They're punctual and discreet, which means you can relax instead of watching the clock or making conversation if you don't want to. The fleet varies (different vehicles for different group sizes and comfort needs), and everything is air-conditioned. You'll get a travel voucher when you book to show the driver, and the whole thing is confirmed instantly once you enter your flight or ferry details, hotel address, and name.

Bookings need to be made in writing at least 24 hours before your arrival. Last-minute requests are handled on a case-by-case basis. If you're traveling with infants or small children, specialized seats are available. The service covers airport transfers, port transfers, or pickups from your hotel to either location, so you choose the direction that matches your itinerary.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional English-speaking driver.
• bottled water.
• instant booking confirmation with travel voucher.

Options for this experience

3 options

Hotel TransferUp to 15 per booking · 47 departure times: the first at 00:30, the last at 23:30Hotel transfer: we can collect you from or take you to any hotel in Santorini. Lasts 40 minutes, though the duration varies with the area you are heading to and the time of day. Vehicle: a Mercedes SUV or minivan, with a Mercedes EQB for groups of up to 3 people and a Mercedes Vito for groups of up to 7 people. Pickup is included.

Airport transferUp to 7 per booking · 47 departure times: the first at 00:30, the last at 23:30Airport transfer service lasting 40 minutes, using a Mercedes SUV or Vito: a Mercedes EQB for groups of up to 3 people and a Mercedes Vito for groups of up to 7 people. Pickup is included.

Port TransferUp to 15 per booking · 47 departure times: the first at 00:30, the last at 23:30Athinios port transfer lasting 40 minutes, using a Mercedes SUV or Vito: a Mercedes EQB for groups of up to 3 people and a Mercedes Vito for groups of up to 7 people. Pickup is included.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day47 departure times: the first at 00:30, the last at 23:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (4 to 15 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by VIP Transfers and Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a driver waiting at arrivals with your name rather than joining the taxi queue. Your ride is arranged before you land, not negotiated at the curb.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 15 years); Infant (under 4).

How do I find my driver when I arrive at Santorini airport?

Your driver will be waiting outside the baggage claim area in the arrivals department holding a sign with your name. You'll have received a travel voucher with your booking confirmation to present to them.

What's included in the private transfer?

The private transfer includes transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, and a professional English-speaking driver. The price is fixed before you book, so there are no surprises at pickup.

Can I book a transfer if I'm arriving late or on short notice?

Bookings should be made at least 24 hours in advance in writing. Last-minute bookings are available on a request basis only, so contact the operator directly if your arrival time is uncertain.

Which transfer option should I choose? Airport, port, or hotel?

Choose airport transfer if you're arriving by plane, port transfer if you're arriving by ferry, and hotel transfer if you need a pickup from your accommodation to either location. You select your option at checkout.