Rhodes International Airport Diagoras (RHO) to Rhodes
The public KTEL bus to Rhodes Town is cheap and takes about 30 minutes, though it is not timed to flights. A taxi takes about 20 minutes and is the easiest option with luggage or late at night.
The airport is on the west coast near Paradisi; Lindos and the east coast resorts are about 45–60 km away.
Best for most people: Taxi. Buses are infrequent and stop on the main road, so a taxi is the simplest way to reach the Old Town or resort hotels, especially at night.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus KTEL public bus from the stop on the main road outside the terminal to Rhodes Town (stops near Mandraki and the Old Town) | about 25–35 min | about every 30–60 min, less often outside summer | about €2.50–3 | roughly early morning to late evening; check last departures | Tickets from the driver or kiosk; buses can be full in July and August. |
| taxi Taxi rank outside Arrivals | about 20 min to Rhodes Town, about 50–60 min to Lindos | about €25–35 to Rhodes Town, about €70–90 to Lindos | 24 h | Fares are set by zone or meter; night rates are higher. Queues form when several flights land together. | |
| car hire Rental desks in or near the arrivals hall | during flight times | Useful for exploring the island, but parking near the Old Town is limited. | |||
| private transfer Pre-booked transfer meeting you in Arrivals | depends on resort | fixed price agreed in advance | any flight time | Good for families or late arrivals. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- Cars cannot drive into most of the Old Town; taxis drop off at the nearest gate.
- In peak season, taxi queues can be long at busy times, so a pre-booked transfer saves waiting.
- Faliraki, Ixia and Ialyssos are between the airport and Rhodes Town or on the KTEL routes, so ask about buses to your resort.
- Ask the taxi driver to confirm the price before setting off if there is no meter running.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Rhodes Airport to Rhodes Town?
Expect about €25–35 to Rhodes Town, with higher rates at night. The ride takes about 20 minutes. Lindos costs considerably more, roughly €70–90. Use the rank outside Arrivals and confirm the fare before leaving, especially if you are heading to the Old Town, where taxis can only stop at the gates.
Is there a bus from Rhodes Airport to Lindos?
There is no direct airport bus to Lindos. You can take the KTEL bus to Rhodes Town and change to an east coast bus, which takes a couple of hours in total. With luggage, most people take a taxi or a pre-booked transfer to Lindos instead.
Do buses run from Rhodes Airport at night?
Not usually. KTEL buses run from early morning until the late evening, with fewer services outside the summer season. Check last departures on arrival. For late flights, a taxi or pre-booked transfer is the reliable option. In July and August, booking a transfer ahead avoids long taxi queues.
Can I pay by card in a Rhodes taxi?
Card payments are increasingly accepted in Greek taxis, but not every driver has a terminal working, so ask before you get in. Bus tickets are usually paid in cash. Carry some euros in small notes when you land. Taxis outside the terminal often prefer cash.
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.