Kos Island International Airport Ippokratis (KGS) to Kos
KTEL Kos public buses link the airport with Kos Town and some resorts, but services are limited and not timed to every flight. Taxis take about 30 minutes to Kos Town and cost roughly €35–45.
The airport is near Antimachia in the middle of the island; Kardamena and Mastichari are close, Kos Town is about 30 minutes away.
Best for most people: Taxi or pre-booked transfer. Buses are infrequent and many flights land outside their hours, while a taxi or transfer goes straight to your hotel.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| public bus KTEL Kos buses from the stop outside the terminal to Kos Town and to resorts such as Kardamena and Mastichari | about 30–45 min to Kos Town | a few departures a day, more in summer | about €3–5 | daytime; check the KTEL Kos timetable | Pay the driver or at the stop kiosk; cash is safest. |
| taxi Taxi rank outside Arrivals | about 30 min to Kos Town, 10–15 min to Kardamena or Mastichari | about €35–45 to Kos Town, less to nearby resorts | 24 h in summer | Taxis can be scarce when several charter flights land at once; agree the price first. | |
| private transfer Pre-booked transfer meeting you in Arrivals | about 15–40 min depending on resort | similar to a taxi | 24 h | Useful for late arrivals and families. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- Check the KTEL Kos timetable before you fly; buses do not meet every flight.
- For Kefalos and the south-west, the airport is close; for Psalidi or Agios Fokas, allow longer.
- Rental cars and scooters are widely available and practical on Kos.
- Ferries to Bodrum and nearby islands leave from Kos Town harbour.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Kos airport to Kos Town?
Expect about €35–45 to Kos Town, with less to nearby resorts such as Kardamena, Mastichari or Kefalos. Fares can rise at night. Agree the price with the driver before you leave, and have cash in case card payment is not available.
Is there a bus from Kos airport to Kos Town?
Yes, KTEL Kos runs buses from the airport to Kos Town and some resorts, mainly in the daytime and more often in summer. They are not timed to all flights, so check the current timetable before relying on them. Taxis wait outside Arrivals.
How far is Kos airport from the main resorts?
The airport is in the centre of the island. Mastichari and Kardamena are about 10–15 minutes away, Kefalos about 20 minutes, Kos Town about 30 minutes and Psalidi or Agios Fokas a little further. Taxis and transfers make the trip easy at any hour.
Should I rent a car on Kos?
A car or scooter is a good idea if you want to explore beaches, mountain villages and the island's sights. Rental desks operate at the airport and in resorts. If you plan to stay in one area, buses and taxis are usually enough.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.