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 March
Estimated hotel price
$55
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ios in March
Estimated hotel price
$55
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 11h 25m.

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 Record Go and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , 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 11h 25m.

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 Record Go and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Athens.

Airports near Ios

PASParikia Paros
JTRThera Santorini

Airlines serving Ios

Lufthansa
Good (7,762 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,716 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,158 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,867 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,104 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,506 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,677 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,697 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,387 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,844 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,261 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,445 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,869 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (214 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (384 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (285 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (242 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ios

Average rates range from around $87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,154 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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Markos Village Pension
2 stars
Excellent (9.5, 376 reviews)
$61+
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Hotel Petradi
2 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1057 reviews)
$93+
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Ostria Village
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 390 reviews)
$90+
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Mare Monte
2 stars
Excellent (9, 466 reviews)
$38+
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Acteon Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 604 reviews)
$56+
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Aphrodite Hotel & Apartments
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 127 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Ios

Renting a car in Ios costs $51 per day, on average, or $153 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, 38% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $7.84 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 $94.03 and $125.37. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ios, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Ios costs $51 per day, on average, or $153 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, 38% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $7.84 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 $94.03 and $125.37. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ios, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

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