Kalymnos - Chalki
Ferries to Dodecanese Islands
Kalymnos - Chalki
Ferries to Dodecanese Islands
There is usually one weekly sailing from Kalymnos to Chalki. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Kalymnos to Chalki, Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries.Kalymnos Chalki ferries take around 10 hours 50 minutes. The ferry costs between $121 and $300, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Kalymnos to Chalki.
The earliest Kalymnos Chalki ferry typically departs Kalymnos at about 06:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 14:20.
Ferries from Kalymnos to Chalki sail in around 10 hours 50 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 1 weekly sailing from Kalymnos to Chalki provided by Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries.
Dodekanisos Seaways provide 1 sailing weekly. SAOS Ferries provide 1 sailing weekly.
The price of a ferry from Kalymnos to Chalki typically range between $121* and $300*. On average the Kalymnos Chalki ferry is $125*. The cheapest Kalymnos Chalki ferry prices start from $121*. The average price for a foot passenger is $125*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated February 26.
The distance between Kalymnos to Chalki is approximately 62 miles (100km) or 54 nautical miles.
Yes, Kalymnos Chalki ferries allow cars onboard with Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries between Kalymnos and Chalki. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Kalymnos and Chalki use our Deal Finder.
Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries allow foot passengers on Kalymnos Chalki ferries.
Dodekanisos Seaways allow pets on ferries from Kalymnos to Chalki. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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| Kalymnos - Chalki Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Dodecanese Islands | |
| Destination Country | Dodecanese Islands | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Dodekanisos Seaways & SAOS Ferries | |
| Average Price | $125 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 10 h 50 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2 h 45 m | |
| First Ferry | 06:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 14:20 | |
| Distance | 54 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 February 2026.
Forming part of the Dodecanese group of islands, the Greek island of Kalymnos lies in the south east Aegean Sea, to the west of the Bodrum Peninsular between the Greek islands of Kos and Leros. Kos is around 12 km to the south of Kalymnos and Leros is around 2 km to the north. After the islands of Kos and Rhodes, Kalymnos is the third most populous island in the Dodecanese and is known for its affluent population.
The island's terrain is characterised by many mountains and a coastline littered with sheltered coves which make it the perfect destination for a sailing holiday. The island has also been referred to as the "Sponge divers island" because sponge diving has taken place in the islands crystal clear waters for many years. The trade in sponges has brought a significant amount of wealth to the island and has made it famous throughout the Mediterranean.
The island's capital is called Pothia and is also home to the island's port. It is a colourful town that is spread out over the foot and slopes of two hills and the valley between them. There are regular ferry services to Piraeus, Rhodes, Samos and to the other islands in the Dodecanese and the Cyclades.
The Greek island of Chalki lies in the Aegean Sea and forms part of the Dodecanese group of islands. It is situated around 6 km to the west of the island of Rhodes and is the smallest inhabited island of the Dodecanese with a surface area of 28 sq. km and a coastline of around 34 km. The island's name is derived from the copper mines that used to exist on the island (Chalkos is Greek for copper). The island's economy was doing well at the end of 19th century, when Chalkites, the island's residents, developed navigation and a lucrative sponge industry. Chalki followed the historic course of Rhodes and was officially united with Greece in 1948. The world's youth nominated the island as the "Island of Peach and Friendship" in 1983.
The port, where the ferries arrive, is called Nimborio and is the only village on the island of any size. The port is shaped like a horseshoe around the bay.
