How to get to Karpathos?
The easiest and fastest way to reach Karpathos is by plane. There are direct flights from many cities across Europe. If there’s no direct option from your location, you can easily connect via Athens or Rhodes. The Meltemi Windsurfing Stations are located just 2 km from Karpathos Airport, meaning you can land and be on the water in no time. For those looking for a more adventurous journey, it’s also possible to drive and take a ferry to the island. See below for more details.
Direct flights to Karpathos
Düsseldorf
Venice
Milano
Bergamo
Verona
Bologna
Napoli
Rome
Amsterdam
Ljubljana
Prague
Bratislava
Oslo, Norway
Karlstad, Sweden
Stockholm, Sweden
Göteborg, Sweden
Helsinki, Finland
Copenhagen, Denmark
Ferry to Karpathos
Getting to Karpathos by car takes considerably more time compared to flying. While by plane you can reach the island in just 2–3 hours, travelling by car and ferry can take between 2–5 days.
By car to Athens + 1 ferry
If you are able to drive to Athens, you can take the ferry from Piraeus (the port of Athens). From there, you will reach Karpathos in approximately 18–24 hours by ferry.
By car to Italy + 2 ferries
If the drive to Athens is too long, you can travel by car to Italy and take a ferry from ports such as Venice or Ancona to Patras. From Patras, you continue driving to Athens (Piraeus), where you take a second ferry to Karpathos. This journey takes a minimum of around 3 days.
The best time to visit Karparpathos
The wind at Meltemi blows side offshore from the left (north-west) and is known for its consistency — unlike thermal winds, it blows steadily throughout the entire day, allowing for multiple sessions whenever you feel ready. During the main season (mid-June to mid-September), you can expect reliable wind almost every day, typically ranging from 5 to 8 Bft, while in the off-season (May, June, and September), it varies between 4 and 7 Bft.
Where to find us?
Meltemi Windsurfing stations are located in the Afiartis area on Karpathos. The airport is just 2 km away, making your arrival quick and easy. The main town of Pigadia (Karpathos), where the port is located, is 18 km away. When driving from Pigadia, simply follow the signs to the airport.
Devil’s Bay GPS: 35°26'15.0"N 27°09'19.0"E
Chicken Bay GPS: 35°25'36.9"N 27°09'08.2"E
Infrastructure on Karpathos
Airport and Ferry port in Pigadia
Karpathos Airport is located right next to Chicken Bay and only 2 km from Devil’s Bay. This means you can be on the water just a few minutes after landing. The transfer from the airport to the windsurf station takes less than 5 minutes, and some people even walk from the airport to their accommodation.
The ferry port is located in the main town of Karpathos, Pigadia. The distance from Afiarti to Pigadia is approximately 17 km.
Public Transport and Taxis
Shops and Supermarkets
In the Afiarti area, there is one supermarket, Captain. It is located at the end of Afiarti towards Pigadia, just before the road starts to go uphill.
For larger supermarkets and a greater variety of shops, you will need to go to Arkasa (8 km) or Pigadia (18 km). In Arkasa, you will find a supermarket with a fruit shop, a pharmacy, and a surf shop. In Pigadia, there are all kinds of shops, including gift and souvenir stores.
