Thera travel guide
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You're Going to Love Thera
With a population of 2.376, Thera is a must-see destination in South Aegean, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Thera has to offer.
Where to Eat in Thera
If you’re looking for affordable options, Lauda Restaurant Oia (Nikolaou Nomikou Oia) and Ombra at Esperas Santorini Hotel (Oia) are great picks.
When to visit Thera
How to Get to Thera
Plane
When flying to Thera, you’ll arrive at Santorini/Thira Airport (JTR), which is located 5 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Thera from the United States departs from New York and takes around 13h 25m.
Car
Another option to get to Thera is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 230 km from Thera. You’ll find branches of Centauro and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Athens.
Airports near Thera
Airlines serving Thera
Where to stay in Thera
From 5-star hotels such as the La Maltese Caldera Concept to great affordable options like the Villa Irini Fira - Adults Only, Thera offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $500 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Plastiras Rooms and Astir Thira.
Where to stay in popular areas of Thera
Most booked hotels in Thera
Renting a car in Thera
Renting a car in Thera costs $37 per day, on average, or $111 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.
Expect to pay $7.91 per gallon in Thera (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.94 and $126.58. The most frequently booked car type in Thera is Economy (Nissan Micra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Seat Mii or similar) are, on average, 70% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.