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

A Unique Fishing Experience
Tours•Boat Tour

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 36 km from Ios. The shortest flight to Ios from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Ios is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 196 km 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 36 km from Ios. The shortest flight to Ios from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Ios is to pick up a car rental from Athens, which is about 196 km from Ios. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Ios

PASParikia Paros
JTRThera Santorini

Airlines serving Ios

Lufthansa
Good (7,938 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,905 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,433 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,187 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,578 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,950 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,268 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,342 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,520 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,894 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (293 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (219 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (402 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (248 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ios

Average rates range from around $82 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $159 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

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Liostasi
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 594 reviews)
$159+
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Hide out Suites
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 310 reviews)
$179+
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Lofos Village
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, 304 reviews)
$134+
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Hotel Petradi
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1057 reviews)
$86+
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Ostria Village
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 390 reviews)
$82+
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Ios Palace Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 749 reviews)
$139+
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Renting a car in Ios

Renting a car in Ios costs $59 per day, on average, or $178 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, 49% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $9.20 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 $110.38 and $147.18. The most frequently booked car type in Ios is Mini (Citroen C1 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ios costs $59 per day, on average, or $178 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, 49% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $9.20 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 $110.38 and $147.18. The most frequently booked car type in Ios is Mini (Citroen C1 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are, on average, 22% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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