Travel

Kos Island

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Kos Island is the 3rd largest island in the Dodecanese and the 2nd one in terms of population. Situated in the Southeastern Aegean Sea, it is 200 nautical miles away from Piraeus, the major Greek port. Ferries depart on a daily basis from Piraeus port to Kos, offering a distinctive trip with a unique view of the deep-blue Aegean Sea waters. 

Kos can also be accessed by airplane; the flight lasts less than an hour from Athens. Kos is renowned as the birthplace of Hippocrates, the Father of Western Medicine. Kos reflects the outcome of the ideal combination between impressive cultural tradition and outstanding natural beauty. On the website https://kos.gr/kos-island, you can find general information about the island, where to go, things you can do, what to taste, and about culture and events. 

Please see some informative videos about Kos Island:
https://youtu.be/zMM8vPHdjNQ,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Dsxm14iNsM

BY AIR

Airplane journeys are particularly popular as they offer both comfort and speed. Greece has 15 International airports mostly located on the islands and the cities, receiving direct international flights of regular and special airlines, as well as charter flights.

During the summer months, due to the increased passenger traffic, the above-mentioned companies carry out extra flights to the existing destinations while they also include in their programmed flights direct connections between popular tourist destinations. For this reason, it would be wise to obtain information either from the air companies or your tour operator before booking.

Travelling across the country is simple and there are connections with every part of Greece.  The choice of the plane for travelling to a Greek city or one of the islands offers a comfortable, safe and speedy trip. Fares are very reasonable, particularly if an advance booking is made. 

Kos Airport (KGS)

Kos International Airport "Ippokratis" (IATA: KGS, ICAO: LGKO) is an international airport on the island of Kos in Greece. It is located near Andimachia Village, and is operated by Fraport AG.The airport mainly serves charter airlines, who bring customers on holiday to the island. Kos Airport hits its peak in summer, with flights from German and British airlines primarily.