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 New York and takes around 13h 05m.

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 New York and takes around 13h 05m.

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 (4,692 reviews)
SWISS
Good (944 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,554 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,619 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,594 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,891 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (820 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (767 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,441 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (194 reviews)
Norwegian
Excellent (148 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,428 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (237 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,790 reviews)
Vueling
Good (810 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ios

Average rates range from around $70 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $150 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, 307 reviews)
$150+
Levantes Ios Boutique Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 404 reviews)
$107+
Dionysos Sea Side Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 454 reviews)
$110+
Ios Palace
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 385 reviews)
$134+
Far Out Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 550 reviews)
$52+
Far Out Village Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 384 reviews)
$44+

Renting a car in Ios

Renting a car in Ios costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 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, 20% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $7.95 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 $95.39 and $127.19. The most frequently booked car type in Ios is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 7% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Ios costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 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, 20% more expensive than at Thera Santorini.

Expect to pay $7.95 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 $95.39 and $127.19. The most frequently booked car type in Ios is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Corsa or similar) are, on average, 7% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.