In Santorini, the date and parking significantly influence the price, as much as the aircraft model itself. The island’s peak season runs from May to October, and two charges are almost always added to the quote.
The first is drop and go: from May 1st to September 15th, during the day (8 AM to 9 PM local time), the aircraft is allowed only 40 minutes on the ground. It drops off passengers and departs for Athens, Heraklion, or another Greek airport. This positioning flight is included in the quote. For an aircraft based in Athens, expect approximately €1,500 to €2,500 for the round trip, depending on its size.
The second charge is airport fees: €2,000 (excl. VAT) per leg with passengers, regardless of the aircraft. A round trip adds €4,000 (excl. VAT) on top of the flight cost.
In the evening, the calculation changes. From 9 PM to 8 AM, the aircraft can stay for up to 11 hours. A short stay (arrival in the evening, departure the next morning) thus avoids the positioning flight, if a parking spot is available.
The airport requires prior authorization before the flight (a PPR). During high season, ideally, this should be requested 14 days in advance. Late August and early September are the busiest periods: a last-minute cancellation sometimes frees up an hour, but it’s not something to rely on. From November to April, these restrictions are lifted, and prices decrease.