Best Time to Visit

There are two main seasons in Kos, the cold and warm season; here you will experience dry hot summers and mild winters. The summer in Kos is from May to October and the high tourist season on the island is from June to August. If you want to avoid the crowd and travel cheaper, then May and September are good months to visit. The cold season starts in the beginning of December and ends in March. During these months, the average temperature stays below 15°C (60°F).

Passport & Visa

Citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries do not need a visa to enter Greece, only a valid ID. Many other countries, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Australia, and New Zealand, benefit from visa-free entry for short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Visitors from visa-exempt countries must hold a valid passport and, starting in late 2025, will need to apply for an ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) authorisation online before travelling. For those requiring a visa, such as travellers from some Middle-East, African or Asian nations, a Schengen visa must be obtained prior to arrival. All travellers should ensure their passport is valid for at least three months beyond their intended stay.

• Web:

  https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en

Kos Airport (KGS)

Kos Island International Airport, also known as Hippocrates Airport, is located near Andimachia village and lies about 26 kilometres from Kos Town. The easiest way to get to the city is to catch a taxi, available at the airport arrival gate. The journey from the Airport to Kos takes about 30-35 minutes. If you prefer the local transport, then head over to the big roundabout outside the airport gate and catch the orange and cream coloured KTEL bus. The bus service is offered between the Airport and the city of Kos, Mastichari, Kardamena and Kefalos The tickets have very reasonable prices and are available on board. It usually takes about 25 minutes for the bus to travel between the city centre and the airport.

• Web:

  www.kgs-airport.gr/en

• Address:

  Antimachia, Kos

• Phone:

  +30 22420 560 00

Public Transport

The bus service on Kos is very well organised and ticket prices are reasonable. The public transport KTEL travels between cities and their tickets are available on-board on the bus or at the station. You can find the main bus station on Kleopatras Street in Kos Town. The island can easily be explored by bike, as it is relatively flat. If the weather is too hot or you don't like biking, you can choose to navigate by scooter or car.

• Web:

  www.ktel-kos.gr

• E-mail:

  info@ktel-kos.gr

• Address:

  Kos Buses, Kleopatras 7, Kos

• Phone:

  +30 24202 22 92

Taxi

Taxis on Kos are metered, making it easy to keep track of your fare. You'll find them stationed at local offices or cruising along the streets. If you need a ride right away, you can call a taxi, though bear in mind it may carry an extra fee. Kos Taxi is one of the most dependable companies serving the island.

• Web:

  www.kostaxi.eu

• E-mail:

  info@kostaxi.eu

• Phone:

  +30 22420 511 60

Electricity

Greece uses the Type F electrical plug with two round pins, same as in many countries in Continental Europe. The standard voltage is 230 volts, but some hotels have special plugs for 110 or 120-volt shavers.