Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Ios travel guide

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Ios 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 Ios has to offer.

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Activities & attractions in Ios

When to visit Ios

Ios in February
Estimated hotel price
$52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ios in February
Estimated hotel price
$52
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ios

Plane

Although Ios doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Parikia Paros (PAS), which is located 23 miles from Ios. The shortest flight to Ios from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Ios is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 122 miles from Ios. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Plane

Although Ios doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Parikia Paros (PAS), which is located 23 miles from Ios. The shortest flight to Ios from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Ios is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 122 miles from Ios. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Ios

Airlines serving Ios

Lufthansa
Good (7,841 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,277 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,425 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,025 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,290 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,473 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,884 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (286 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (215 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (390 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (244 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ios

Average rates range from around $74 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $162 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Ios Plage and Princess Sissy.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ios

Most booked hotels in Ios

Liostasi
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 594 reviews)
$162+
Hotel Petradi
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1057 reviews)
$96+
Levantes Ios Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 726 reviews)
$111+
Ios Pelagos
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 611 reviews)
$45+
Galini Pension
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 701 reviews)
$37+
Ostria Village
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 390 reviews)
$83+

Renting a car in Ios

Renting a car in Ios costs $62 per day, on average, or $186 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, 47% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $7.76 per gallon in Ios (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $93.12 and $124.16.

Renting a car in Ios costs $62 per day, on average, or $186 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, 47% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $7.76 per gallon in Ios (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $93.12 and $124.16.