Paxos Island Travel Guide / How to get to Paxos
How to get to Paxos.
Paxos has no airport of its own, which is a large part of why it has stayed so quiet. Almost everyone flies into Corfu and finishes the journey by sea, arriving in Gaios harbour. If you're already travelling overland through Greece, the mainland port of Igoumenitsa is just as straightforward. Here's how it works, wherever you're coming from.
From the UK
Corfu has direct flights from many UK airports through the summer season, taking around three and a half hours. From Corfu airport it's a short taxi to the port in Corfu Old Town, then the Flying Dolphin or ferry to Gaios, around an hour by fast boat. With good connections, you can leave the UK in the morning and be on Paxos by the afternoon.
From Athens and mainland Greece
The quickest way from Athens is a short domestic flight to Corfu, then the sea crossing to Gaios. If you'd rather drive, Igoumenitsa is around five hours from Athens by road, and the car ferry from there reaches Gaios in about 1 hour 45 minutes.
From Corfu airport to the port
Corfu airport is about 15 minutes by taxi from the port in Corfu Old Town, where the Flying Dolphin and ferries to Paxos depart. If your flight lands late or the timings are tight, a private sea taxi straight to Paxos is the most flexible option. Our concierge can arrange it.
Arriving in Gaios
Boats from Corfu and Igoumenitsa arrive in Gaios, the island's main harbour. From there, most villas are a short drive away. Our team can arrange a transfer to meet you on arrival, or car hire if you'd like your own wheels for the stay. Not sure where to stay yet? Read our guide to where to stay in Paxos.
Booking the crossing
In July and August, it's worth booking the Flying Dolphin and car ferries ahead, as popular sailings fill up. Timetables change with the season and the weather, so always check the operator's latest schedule before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Once the crossing is sorted, see our guide to where to stay in Paxos →
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Let us arrange your transfer.
A private transfer from Corfu Airport to the ferry port, and another waiting for you at Gaios when you arrive — we can arrange both ends of the journey.