How to get to Kos?

Being the second most popular island of the Dodecanese, the bustling Kos is a must-visit for lovers of sandy coasts and ancient history! Given its popularity, it is fairly easy and simple to travel to Kos, either by plane or by ferry.

Below, you will find all the needed information to travel to Kos with ease!
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In brief, Kos Island has an international airport that receives flights from Athens, other places in Greece, and many European cities.
Additionally, you can reach the island from Athens by ferry. Ferries are also the preferred means of transport from Kos to other islands.

Don't forget to get informed about the local transportation options you have, in order to organize your transfer to your hotel and explore all spots of Kos easily!

Kos International Airport is the seventh most visited airport in the country, receiving both domestic and international flights! Itineraries from Athens, Thessaloniki, and Rhodes are available, whereas about 20 countries have direct flights to Kos! The most popular journey (i.e. from Athens) takes about 1 hour.
As you reach the island, you may then go to your preferred hotel or destination by a car, taxi, or bus. Keep in mind that the airport is 23 km from the capital.

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The journey from Athens (and the port of Piraeus) usually takes 12 hours and 30 minutes to 15 hours and 45 minutes, depending on the route, and there are a couple of itineraries per day.
Kos also has frequent ferry connections to the islands of Rhodes and Kalymnos (about 4 per day), during the high season, with other destinations including Simi, Tilos, and Astypalea!

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Kos is close to many Dodecanese islands, making it a great option for an island-hopping destination or starting point!
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Frequently Asked Questions

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How can I travel there from abroad (London, Paris, and other cities)?

You will find direct flights from London, Paris, Berlin, Milan, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Brussels, and a number of other European cities during the summertime.
In case no direct flights are available, you can always reach Athens and then take a domestic flight or the ferry to Kos.
Ferries are also available from other islands in the Dodecanese, the Cyclades, and the Eastern Aegean.

How can I travel there from Athens?

You can fly to Kos from Athens International Airport or take a ferry from Piraeus. The island is connected with Athens throughout the year, with itineraries increasing in the high season.

How can I travel there from Rhodes, Symi, Crete, and other islands?

Kos may receive flights from Rhodes occasionally, though most travelers prefer to reach the island by ferry!
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