Heraklion Anafi Ferry

The Heraklion Anafi ferry route connects Crete with Cyclades Islands. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Anek Lines. The crossing operates up to 1 times each week with sailing durations from around 4 hours 20 minutes.

Heraklion Anafi sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Crete to Cyclades Islands page.

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Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Heraklion to Anafi?

The approximate duration for ferries from Heraklion to Anafi is 4h 20m. Durations can vary by operator and season.
Which ferry companies operate between Heraklion to Anafi?
There is 1 ferry operator for ferries from Heraklion to Anafi and this is
- Anek Lines
How can I book ferry tickets from Heraklion to Anafi?

Book Heraklion to Anafi tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.
Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from [Portfrom] to Anafi?
Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Heraklion to Anafi with
- Anek Lines
Can you take your car on the ferry from Heraklion to Anafi?
Yes, you can travel with a car from Heraklion to Anafi with the following operators
- Anek Lines
Can you bring pets on the ferry from Heraklion to Anafi?
Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
- Anek Lines

Heraklion Guide

The Greek city of Heraklion is the capital and largest city on the island of Crete. A popular visitor attraction near the city is Knossos, which is around 5 km from Heraklion. This important archaeological site was the Palace of King Minos and home to the Minotaur, if legend is to be believed. The palace was built over the remains of a former Neolithic settlement in around 1900 BC.

An important attraction in the city itself is the Archaeological Museum which can be found on one corner of the central Eleftherias Square, in a converted power station. The museum collects and displays many artefacts from Knossos, Archanes, Phaestos, Zakros and many other important archaeological sites on the island. The museum's collection spans several thousand years and includes the Phaestos disc, classic Hellenic and Roman sculptures, frescos, jewellery, wall paintings and pottery.

Visitors to Heraklion can take a ferry from the port, which is important for both passenger services and cargo, to destinations including Santorini, Ios, Paros, Mykonos and Rhodes. There are also daily sailings to the mainland port of Piraeus.

Anafi Guide

The Greek island of Anafi is one of the Cyclades group of islands and is located to the east of the island of Santorini. According the legend, Anafi, a paradise of pristine beauty and 'exotic' beaches with crystal clear waters, has emerged from the bottom of the Aegean Sea to provide shelter to the Argonauts. If you approach the island from the Bay of Ayios Nikolaos you will see before you the picturesque town laid out in front of you. It was built on the ruins of a Venetian castle and is characterised by narrow stone alleys and whitewashed houses.

The Rock of Kalamos, in the east of the island, is a popular attraction. It is the second highest monolithic limestone after Gibralta and is especially popular with climbers who enjoy the challenge of the rock. Also of interest in the Temple of Apollo the Anafian and the Monastery of Zoodochos Piyi which are located at the base of the rock. For fitter climbers, there is another monastery on the top of Kalamos, where a amazing views of the sea and the nearby islands can be had.