Heading to Rafina Port from Athens Airport? You’re in the right place. Rafina is the main departure hub for ferries to Mykonos, Andros, Tinos, and Naxos. The port sits just 15 km from the airport — one of the shortest airport-to-port routes in Greece — yet most travellers get caught out by the lack of a direct public bus and the narrow check-in windows before ferry departures.

This guide covers every transfer option with 2026 prices, realistic journey times, and honest advice on what to book and when.

Quick Facts: Athens Airport → Rafina Port

Option 1: Private Transfer — Recommended for Ferry Connections

For anyone catching a ferry, a pre-booked private transfer is the right call. Ferry check-in at Rafina closes 30–45 minutes before departure, and the port has almost no waiting infrastructure if you miss your sailing. A private transfer gives you a fixed pickup time, a driver who tracks your flight, and a guaranteed price regardless of traffic.

Welcome Pickups is our primary recommendation for this route. They meet you in the arrivals hall with a name sign, offer flight monitoring so delays don’t cost you extra, and price the airport-to-Rafina run from around €35. Drivers can also advise on the ground whether your timeline allows for your booked sailing — a real safety net on a tight connection.

Transfer Options Compared

Option 2: Athens Airport Taxi to Rafina

Taxis are available 24/7 outside the arrivals hall. The Athens Airport–Rafina route has a fixed flat rate: €28–35 by day and €40–50 at night. Confirm the driver knows the flat rate applies before you start — there is no running meter on this route.

The catch: The taxi queue at peak summer hours can run 20–30 minutes. If your ferry departs within 90 minutes of landing, pre-booking is the safer choice. Related reading: Athens Airport Taxi: Complete 2026 Guide.

Option 3: Bus to Rafina from Athens Airport

There is no direct bus from Athens Airport to Rafina. This is the most common traveller mistake on this route.

The KTEL Attikis bus to Rafina departs from Pedion tou Areos in central Athens — not the airport. To use it from the airport you’d need to take the Metro (Line 3) to Syntagma, then connect to the bus terminal. Total journey: 70–100 minutes minimum with two transfers and luggage handling. Only viable for very budget-conscious travellers with plenty of time and light bags. KTEL buses run every 30–40 minutes and cost €3.20 one-way, dropping you at Rafina town — a short walk or local taxi from the port.

Ferries from Rafina Port: 2026 Routes

Book ferry tickets in advance — summer sailings to Mykonos and Naxos sell out weeks ahead. Use official operator sites or aggregators like Ferryscanner or Ferryhopper.

How Much Time Do You Need?

Rafina Port ferry check-in closes 30–45 minutes before departure. Work backwards from your sailing time:

• Luggage collection + airport exit: 20–40 min after landing
• Drive to Rafina: 15–20 min (low season) / 25–40 min (July–August)
• Port check-in buffer: 40 min minimum before departure

Minimum runway: 75–90 minutes from landing to ferry departure in low season; 110–130 minutes in peak summer. If your flight lands inside this window, take the next sailing — don’t rush a Cyclades ferry connection.

Welcome Pickups drivers monitor your inbound flight and will tell you on the ground whether you have time to make your sailing. This is the one practical advantage of a pre-booked transfer over a taxi queue.

Night Arrivals

Night tariff (24:00–05:00) applies to all taxis — the flat rate rises to €40–50. Pre-booked transfers don’t charge extra for night pickups. The KTEL bus does not run overnight to Rafina. If you’re arriving after midnight for an early morning sailing, a pre-booked Welcome Pickups transfer is your only reliable option.

FAQs

Is there a direct bus from Athens Airport to Rafina Port?

No. There is no direct bus. The KTEL bus to Rafina departs from central Athens (Pedion tou Areos), not the airport. A Metro connection from the airport is required, making the total journey 70–100 minutes.

How much is a taxi from Athens Airport to Rafina?

The flat rate is €28–35 during the day and €40–50 at night. Confirm the rate before you get in — the meter does not apply on this route.

How far is Athens Airport from Rafina Port?

About 15 km via the Attiki Odos motorway — roughly 15–20 minutes in normal traffic. It’s the closest major port to Athens Airport.

Which ferries leave from Rafina?

Rafina serves Mykonos, Andros, Tinos, Naxos, and Evia. It’s the key alternative to Piraeus for Northern Cyclades routes. See our Athens Airport to Piraeus guide if your ferry departs from Piraeus instead.