Whether you land at Karpathos airport (AOK) or dock at Pigadia, getting to C’est La Vie Villas is straightforward. We’ll share the exact pin, step-by-step directions, and can arrange a private transfer on request!
From the Airport → Villa
Drive time: ~20 minutes
Best option: Private pre-arranged transfer upon request or taxi rank at the airport.
Tip: Share your flight details with us so your driver can track any changes.
From the Port → Villa
Drive time: ~15 minutes from Pigadia (main port)
Best option: Taxi rank at the port or pre-arranged pickup.
Tip: Share your flight details with us so your driver can track any changes.
Car Rental (Highly Recommended)
Car rental: Ideal for exploring beaches and mountain villages at your own pace.
Parking: Private, shaded on-site parking for up to 3 cars.
From Athens (Piraeus) → Karpathos
By Air
From Athens → Karpathos
Multiple non-stops operate most of the year (typically by Aegean/Olympic Air and Sky Express). Typical nonstop flight time is about 1h 20m. Always check live timetables when you book.
From Europe or elsewhere → Karpathos
In summer, you’ll also find seasonal charter flights from select European cities and elsewhere directly to Karpathos. Availability varies by month (roughly May–October).
Locals Tip: If your international flight arrives late into Athens, consider a 1-night stopover and take a morning hop to Karpathos!
How to get to Karpathos
Reaching Karpathos Island (AOK) is easy by plane from Athens or by ferry from Athens (Piraeus) and nearby islands like Rhodes, Crete (Sitia/Heraklion) and Kasos. Once on the island, it’s a ~20-minute drive from Karpathos Airport (AOK) or ~15 minutes from Pigadia (Karpathos) Port to the villa.
By Ferry
From Athens (Piraeus) → Karpathos
Blue Star Ferries run several weekly sailings (seasonal variations apply). Routes typically call at Santorini, Anafi, Crete (Heraklion/Sitia), Kasos, Karpathos (Pigadia/Diafani), Chalki, Rhodes—great for island-hopping. Check live dates before booking.
From Rhodes → Karpathos
Regular ferries connect Rhodes with
Karpathos in roughly 3–4 hours (season-dependent).
From Crete → Karpathos
Sailings from Sitia (and at times Heraklion) link Crete to Karpathos; the Sitia crossing is usually ~3–5 hours depending on the vessel/season.
From nearby islands (for combos)
Easy combinations include Kasos, Chalki, Santorini (Thira) and Anafi. Check current sailings and ports (Pigadia vs. Diafani) before you lock plans.
Locals Tip: Karpathos has two ports - Pigadia (main, south) and Diafani (north). Most travelers to Amoopi will prefer Pigadia arrivals.
How to get to C'est la Vie Villas?
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