Ios travel guide

Ios Tourism | Ios Guide

You're Going to Love Ios

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.

When to visit Ios

Ios in February
Estimated hotel price
$40
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ios in February
Estimated hotel price
$40
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 Los Angeles and takes around 14h 25m.

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 GREEN MOTION , 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 Los Angeles and takes around 14h 25m.

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 GREEN MOTION , among others, in Athens.

Airports near Ios

Airlines serving Ios

Lufthansa
Good (4,674 reviews)
SWISS
Good (935 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,523 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,622 reviews)
Air France
Good (985 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,583 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,123 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,837 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (824 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (777 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,445 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (195 reviews)
Norwegian
Excellent (146 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,452 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (239 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,783 reviews)
Vueling
Good (812 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ios

Average rates range from around $68 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $168 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Helena and Ios Plage.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ios

Most booked hotels in Ios

Liostasi
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, 305 reviews)
$168+
Levantes Ios Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 402 reviews)
$111+
Dionysos Sea Side Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 451 reviews)
$113+
Ios Palace
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 382 reviews)
$112+
Far Out Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 543 reviews)
$54+
Far Out Village Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 383 reviews)
$51+

Renting a car in Ios

Renting a car in Ios costs $55 per day, on average, or $164 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, 39% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $8.03 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 $96.30 and $128.40. Mini (Citroen C1 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ios, while also 7% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Ios costs $55 per day, on average, or $164 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, 39% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $8.03 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 $96.30 and $128.40. Mini (Citroen C1 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ios, while also 7% cheaper than other types, on average.