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

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

Airports near Ios

Airlines serving Ios

Lufthansa
Good (8,277 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,261 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,104 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,652 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,679 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,543 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,774 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,378 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,071 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,924 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,833 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (299 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (240 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (445 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 $105 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ios

Most booked hotels in Ios

Lofos Village Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.8, 311 reviews)
$123+
Markos Village Pension
2 stars
Excellent (9.6, 410 reviews)
$53+
Avra Pension
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 1316 reviews)
$52+
Yialos Ios Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.4, 924 reviews)
$85+
Galaxy
1 star
Excellent (9.3, 204 reviews)
$57+
Aphrodite Hotel & Apartments
2 stars
Excellent (9, 133 reviews)
$70+

Renting a car in Ios

Renting a car in Ios costs $60 per day, on average, or $179 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, 58% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $9.39 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 $112.65 and $150.21. The most frequently booked car type in Ios is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ios costs $60 per day, on average, or $179 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, 58% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $9.39 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 $112.65 and $150.21. The most frequently booked car type in Ios is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Citroen C1 or similar) are, on average, 64% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.