Flying from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Palermo Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport is 1 hour 55 minutes.
The timezone in Santorini (Thira) is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Palermo.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PMO to JTR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Volotea offers direct flights from Palermo Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Santorini (Thira) — and maybe even more of Greece if time allows.
Volotea is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Palermo Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between PMO and JTR include:
Munich Airport
Athens International Airport
Vienna Airport
Handy information about Palermo Airport (PMO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Palermo Airport, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Palermo to Palermo Airport is approximately 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PMO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Palermo Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
Consider booking a hotel close to JTR if you have a late Palermo Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Santorini (Thira) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and experience the lesser-explored corners of Santorini (Thira) and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Santorini (Thira) Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)
Santorini (Thira) Airport to the center of Santorini (Thira) has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Santorini (Thira) Airport (JTR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Palermo Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Santorini (Thira). If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Palermo Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport for August if you'd like to explore Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PMO to JTR around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Greece
You've done Santorini (Thira), now it's time to explore other corners of Greece. Travel about 225 kilometers north-west to Athens to check off its top sights. From Acropolis of Athens to The Parthenon and Erechtheion, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 451 kilometers north-west of Santorini (Thira). Larissa Ancient Ruins, Municipal Art Gallery of Larissa and The Church Of St. George are among the biggest draws.