Travel info to reach Skopelos
A combination of transportation by plane, ship and vehicle required in order to travellers reach Skopelos island. While Athens International Airport provides the most of the airlines connections and it is an attractive point of entry into Greece, however Skiathos Airport and Thessaloniki Airport (Makedonia) are some of the best choices for an easy travel to Skopelos. Find the itinerary that suits you from the information below.
Airport of Skiathos island is a great option since it is the closest airport to Skopelos and the short ferry trips between the two islands are on regular basis.
Traveling to Greece mainland is relatively simple and fast. Travelers that reach Athens by plane need to drive to one of the three harbors before shipping to Skopelos: Ag. Konstantinos, Mantoudi, Kymi.
Shipping network (ferry boats & hydrofoils) around Sporades is quite dense during summer period. Between June and August the flow of travelers on all three islands is growing significantly, so if you are travelling amongst that period be sure you have booked your tickets.