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 3 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 21 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Kos from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 17h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Kos is to pick up a car rental from Heraklion, which is about 259 km from Kos. You’ll find branches of Right Cars and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Heraklion.
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 C$ 181 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 225 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
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