Rhodes Airport

You will find all the needed information about the airport of Rhodes below:
• Planes • How to move around • Facilities

In brief, the International Airport of Rhodes receives domestic direct flights from Athens and Thessaloniki every day, plus direct and connecting flights from various islands around Greece and cities abroad, with most being available during the summer.

The fourth largest and busiest airport in the country, Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" (IATA code: RHO, ICAO code: LGRP) lies on the northwestern side of the island, a little over 12 kilometers from Rhodes Town.
Its name is a nod to the ancient Greek boxer and famed athlete Diagoras who originated from the island.
The airport started operating in 1977, and it has helped turn Rhodes into one of the most popular destinations in Greece, having direct connections with over 25 countries!

Flights

The island can be reached from different domestic and European destinations by using commercial and charter flights. Most direct flights from Athens (ATH), Thessaloniki (SKG), Heraklion (HER), and other Greek towns are handled by Aegean Airlines (and subsidiary Olympic Air), Ryanair, and Sky Express.
The airport can also host incoming private jets, charter flights and private helicopters.
⇒ Flights to Rhodes

Note: All direct flights are from Europe and a few areas in Asia and the Middle East.

How to get to & leave the airport

Distances from:
Rhodes Town: 13 km / 8.2 miles | Port: 16 km / 9.9 miles | Faliraki: 16 km / 10.1 miles | Lindos: 51 km / 32 miles 

As Diagoras is quite a distance from Rhodes Town, you will need a means of transport to leave.

Public buses

Buses are the most economical means of transportation.
The available bus lines that can take you from the airport to your destination are: 50, 51, 53, 55, 56, 57, 59, 61, 63, 63A, 63B, 64, 64A, 65, 65A, 65B, M1, and M2.
All nearby stations can be spotted either right outside the port or at the nearby settlement of Paradisi, a walkable distance away from Diagoras Airport. Bus tickets can be purchased from nearby kiosks.
Below, you will find how to get to the most popular locations.

• • Town/Port: Lines 50, 56, 57, and 59 can take you to Rhodes Town and the main port.
• • Pastida: Buses 50 and 56 to directly reach Pastida. Alternatively, take a bus numbered between 50 and 59 and then switch to bus 13 to stop by Pastida.
• • Faliraki: Reach the town of Rhodes with 50, 56, 57, and 59, then hop on buses 40, 113, or 114 to arrive at Faliraki.
• • Afandou: Buses 50, 56, 57, and 59 take you to the Town, where you can take bus lines 018, 103, 113, and 114 to reach Afandou. A combination of buses 51, 12, and 113 can also take you there.
• • Lindos: Take bus 13, 50, 51, 56, 57, or 59, then switch to 018, 064, 103, 118, or 365 to arrive at Lindos.

Tip: Should you use public transport, remember that the bus does not always make a stop at every bus stop.
If you are unaware of where your bus stop is, inform the driver about where you are going in advance.

Transfers and Taxis

Taxi stands are available on the airport's premises.
However, if you want to leave immediately, you can always book a transfer in advance.

Car rentals

In case you would like a rental car, there are plenty of car rental desks at the airport's concourse.
Guests may also book a rental car before arriving on the island! You can tweak the fine details of your vehicle to your standards, including the type, model, and preferred days of renting!
Get your rental car from the parking space of Diagoras or a few spots of your liking near the airport!
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Shuttle Services

Many hotels offer shuttle services at a cost. Contact your hotel to learn more!

Facilities

The information desk of Rhodes Airport (tel: 0030 22410 88700, 0030 22410 88722, 0030 22410 88822) is available all day long, while the airport also houses a lost and found department, a first aid room, ATMs for quick cash withdrawals, a currency exchange desk, free Wi-Fi access, ample parking space, and charging spots for your portable devices. Additionally, people with mobility impairments can call to ask for assistance at the airport, while everyone can visit the airport's food spots, duty-free shops, and other-purpose stores.

The airport is next to the village of Paradisi, which can offer lots of accommodation options, though the Town and other more tourist-friendly spots of Rhodes might offer you a better overall experience! In case you want a hotel near the airport, you may check our hotel recommendations.

Near the airport

Besides the island's capital, the airport is close to some lively settlements, like the aforementioned Paradisi (less than 1 km away), Kremasti (3 km), Pastida (7 km), Ialyssos (7 km), and Theologos (7 km).