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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
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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 20m.

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 Alamo 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 20m.

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 Alamo and Record Go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Ios

PASParikia Paros
JTRThera Santorini

Airlines serving Ios

Lufthansa
Good (7,872 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,825 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,357 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,906 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,157 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,555 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,546 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,725 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,853 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,430 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,133 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,308 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,491 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,889 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (289 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (216 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (393 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (245 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ios

Average rates range from around $72 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $146 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)
$146+
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Hotel Petradi
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1057 reviews)
$95+
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Ios Pelagos
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 611 reviews)
$57+
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Hotel Aegeon
1 star
Excellent (9.2, 474 reviews)
$66+
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Ostria Village
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 390 reviews)
$74+
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Ios Palace Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 749 reviews)
$137+
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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, 53% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $8.40 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 $100.84 and $134.46. Mini (Citroen C1 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ios, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

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, 53% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $8.40 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 $100.84 and $134.46. Mini (Citroen C1 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ios, while also 20% cheaper than other types, on average.

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