KGSUpdated March 15, 2023

Getting to and from Kos Airport

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Ground transportation options

Public transportation, licensed taxis and ride-hailing apps, private transfers and car rental at Kos airport (KGS), 25 km from Kos island. See also the airport guide for general information.

Bus

KTEL (Tel +30 224 202 2292) operates services to the city of Kos and the port of Mastichari, with a 40-minute journey time and a fare of €3.20. The bus stop is about 50 metres from the terminal. Buses run Monday to Friday between 7:55 am and 7:20 pm, Saturdays from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm and Sundays from 10:30 am to 7:20 pm.

Transport is also available to Kefalos (€2.50) and Kardamena (€2.00).

Further information

Taxi

Taxi ranks are located in front of the Arrivals Hall, where you will find vehicles from Kos Taxi Transfer Services (Tel +30 224 205 1160). The journey to the city centre takes 30-35 minutes and costs €40.00.

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Tips for getting to and from KGS

Going to the airport

  1. Leave earlier than you think you need to: Kos airport is 25 km from Kos island. Allow for rush-hour traffic, strikes or events, and check the local news before you go.
  2. On public transportation, check the schedule (weekends and holidays usually have fewer services), whether you need to change lines and how to pay: transit card, contactless or cash.
  3. If you booked a shared shuttle, keep the company's phone number at hand in case the pickup is late.
  4. Returning a rental car? Follow the signs to the rental car return area. If you drive your own car, check parking at KGS.

Leaving the airport

  1. After baggage claim and customs, follow the ground transportation signs. The arrivals page has a step-by-step guide.
  2. Arriving late at night? Not every bus or train runs 24 hours: check the last departure in advance. Ride-hailing apps usually pick up at a designated zone, not at the curb.
  3. With a private transfer, the driver usually waits in the arrivals hall with a sign with your name.
  4. Looking for the taxi rank, the train station or the rental desks, or meeting someone? See the KGS airport map and share a meeting point.
  5. Renting a car? Booking ahead gives you better rates; see car rental at KGS.
  6. Staying near the airport? See hotels and overnight stay or hotels near KGS.
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