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.
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 Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 32h 45m.
Another option to get to Ios is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 122 miles from Ios. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Athens.
Average rates range from around $103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $261 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Helena and Ios Plage.
Expect to pay $3.21 per litre in Ios (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $38.51 and $51.34. Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ios, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.