Kos travel guide
Kos Tourism | Kos Guide
You're Going to Love Kos
With a population of 19,244, Kos 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 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kos has to offer.
When to visit Kos
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kos in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is February, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 169 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Kos, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.
How to Get to Kos
Plane
When flying to Kos, you’ll arrive at Kos Airport (KGS), which is located 13 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kos from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 4h 30m.
Car
Another option to get to Kos is to pick up a car hire from Rhodes, which is about 60 miles from Kos. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Centauro, among others, in Rhodes.
Airlines serving Kos
Where to stay in Kos
From 5-star hotels such as the Diamond Deluxe Hotel Wellness & Spa - Adults only to great affordable options like the Philippion Citi Hotel, Kos offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €113 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €143 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sonia Hotel & Suites and Veroniki Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kos
Most booked hotels in Kos
Hiring a car in Kos
Hiring a car in Kos costs €68 per day, on average, or €478 if you want to hire it for 7 days.
Expect to pay €1.96 per litre in Kos (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €23.41 and €31.22. The most frequently booked car type in Kos is Compact (Volkswagen Caddy or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 80% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.