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 4 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 40m.

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 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 23 miles from Ios. The shortest flight to Ios from the United States departs from New York and takes around 11h 40m.

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

Airports near Ios

Airlines serving Ios

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,492 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,264 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,644 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,429 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,772 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,456 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,921 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,690 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (299 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (234 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (428 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (255 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ios

Average rates range from around $81 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $205 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ios

Most booked hotels in Ios

Hotel Katerina
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, 639 reviews)
$77+
Liostasi
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, 558 reviews)
$205+
Dionysos Beach Resort & Villas
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, 1052 reviews)
$209+
Yialos Ios Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 911 reviews)
$111+
Ios Pelagos
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 598 reviews)
$52+
Levantes Ios Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 729 reviews)
$102+

Renting a car in Ios

Renting a car in Ios costs $60 per day, on average, or $240 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. The most frequently booked car type in Ios is Economy (Nissan Micra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ios costs $60 per day, on average, or $240 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. The most frequently booked car type in Ios is Economy (Nissan Micra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 14% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.