Kos Airport Transfers

Affordable – Reliable – Transfer – Service

If you wish to arrange airport transfers from Kos Airport (Hippocrates International Airport) to your island resort, there are a number of choices available to you:

1. Kos Airport Taxi Transfers

– Availability: Taxis are readily available at Kos Airport. You can pick them up at the taxi rank outside the terminal.
– Duration: The transfer to the most popular destinations such as Kos Town, Tigaki, or Kardamena takes around 20–30 minutes, depending on your destination.
– Price: Airport–to-main-destination taxi fares typically cost around:
– Kos Town: €48–€55
– Tigaki: €45–€45
– Kardamena: €38–€45
– Mastichari: €36 –€40
(Please be aware that prices may differ based on traffic, time of day, and drop-off location.)

2. Private Transfers

– Private Car/Minivan: Private transfers are perfect if you want a comfortable, straight-to-the-point, and more personal ride to where you’re heading.
– How to Book: Private transfers can be pre-booked locally with local tour operators, via online tour agents like Welcome Pickups, Viator, or GetYourGuide, or straight from your hotel.

– Price: Private transfer prices differ depending on the type of vehicle (e.g., sedan, minivan, etc.) and the number of passengers. A private car will cost approximately €35–€60, depending on the destination.

3. Shared Shuttle Services

– Shared Shuttle Buses: Affordable shared shuttles are a good option if you have a tight budget and can split a vehicle with other passengers. These buses have set pickup times and stop several times during the journey to different hotels or resorts.
– Duration: Shared transfers take longer because they stop during the journey, but they are generally cheaper for groups or single travelers.
– How to Book: Shared transfers can be booked online through companies like Holiday Taxis, Shuttle Direct, or directly through your hotel.
– Cost: Shared shuttle will be around €18–€20 per person.

4. Car Rentals

– Car Rental: If you desire the independence to travel wherever you please on Kos without having to use public transportation or taxis, then car rental from Kos Airport is a simple option. You will find various car rental organizations at the airport, such as Avis, Europcar, Budget, and Hertz.
– Travel Time: Drive time to the majority of the island‘s key attractions is 35–45 minutes.

Cost: A car rental‘s cost starts from around €48–€68 per day for an economy car, based on the season.

5. Public Bus 

– Public Bus: If traveling on a very limited budget, one may go by public bus from Kos Airport to Kos Town or nearby.
– Duration: The trip to Kos Town can take around 30 minutes by bus.
– Price: It is quite inexpensive, usually €5–€7 per individual.
– Regularity: There are frequent bus services from the airport, though this may not be quite so convenient to reach more isolated parts of the island, i.e., Kardamena or Tigaki.

6. Hotel Transfers

– Hotel Shuttle: Some hotels and resorts on the island have their own shuttle from Kos Airport. It would be worth inquiring with your hotel in advance to see if they offer this service, which can be complimentary or for a nominal fee.
– How to Book: Call your hotel or check out their website to see if they offer an airport shuttle.

Summary of Airport Transfer Facilities

1. Taxi: Convenient and simple but higher priced (about €48–€55 to Kos Town).
2. Private Transfer: Convenient, easygoing, and ideal for families or parties (about €50–€60).

3. Shared Shuttle: Rather economical but a bit time-consuming (€10–€20 per person).
4. Car Rental: Practical and great for seeing the island around (starting at €20–€40 a day).
5. Public Bus: The cheapest but less convenient because it does not pass by all the distant districts of the island (€2–€3 per person).
6. Hotel Shuttle: Check your hotel for availability and rates.

Advance Booking Information

– Book in Advance: Especially during peak season, book your transfer in advance to secure your spot and avoid any delays.
– Consider your Schedule: For people with tight schedules or lots of luggage, taxis or private transfers are most convenient.
– Check for Discounts: Some websites or hotels offer discounts for early bookings, so keep an eye out for deals.

Safe journey and have a good time in Kos!