Getting Here
Getting Here
Direct Flights
The best way of getting to Glossa is by flying direct to Skiathos, the neighbouring island. The airlines fly May to September: British Airways fly from London City airport and Heathrow (britishairways), Jet2 from Manchester and London Stanstead (jet2) and Tui from Gatwick, Luton, Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands and Newcastle (tui).
Easyjet fly to the mainland town of Volos from April to October 2023 but this may not be continued in 2024- see Volos information below.
Once you arrive at the small airport on Skiathos jump in a taxi to ‘The Port’. A 10 minute drive for 10€ (approx). Catch the next ferry to Glossa which takes about 30mins depending on the boat.
Out of the main holiday session ferries to Glossa don’t always run later in the day and you may need stay a night in Skiathos or Volos. In Skiathos we recommend Hotel Christina - and ask for a harbour view!
There are several ways of making the very short crossing to Glossa, which is a maximum of 30 minutes by the slowest large car ferry. You can compare ferry times and book tickets in advance for all routes with Direct Ferries here.
By car ferries and fast catamarans operated by Hellenic Seaways (Blue Star). Booking ahead online is easily done through this website, which is in English (but look for the GR/EN toggle at the top on the right hand side).
By car ferry operated by A.N.E.S. Again booking can be made through their website here, which again should be in English but the switch is via Greek and British flags on the left hand side.
By hydrofoils, called ‘Flying Dolphins’ booked here.
In all cases look to buy tickets to “Glossa (Skopelos)” and not “Skopelos” which will take you to the island’s main town, 20 km south of your destination!
If it is necessary to collect tickets, the offices are all located opposite the port entrance as shown on the map below.
Other Routes
Out of summer season, or if you want an overland adventure fly to Athens (to the south), Thessaloniki (to the north) or Volos (to the west):
Athens
Many airlines fly to Athens and from there you can travel either by train (5hrs) or bus to Volos, where you can catch a ferry all the way to Glossa (3hrs), or you can fly from Athens on an Olympic Air shuttle service to Skiathos.
Thessaloniki
Alternatively, fly to Thessaloniki and then by bus or train to Volos (2-3hrs) and catch a ferry all the way to Glossa (3hrs). Or enjoy the new catamaran service direct from Thessaloniki to Skiathos and Skopelos Town with Seajets (seajets).
Volos
Easyjet fly now to the mainland town of Volos from April to October (easyjet). Stay overnight in Volos and catch the early morning ferry to Glossa via Skiathos (2-4hrs depending on the company). See directferries