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Local Travel Info

To and from

International flights

There are five major international airports: Athens, Corfu, Heraklion, Kos and Thessaloniki. Standards here tend to be relatively higher than most island airports with good links to ports and decent public transport. The new airport at Athens is the best example. You normally fly to Athens and get a ferry from Piraeus or fly to one of the main islands and hop on a ferry from there. Only a few Greek islands have airports big enough to take charter flights.


Greek Island Ferries

Heavily subsidised ferries encouraged island hopping, All you need are ferry times and a relaxed attitude to timekeeping. The Greek ferry system is geared to the needs of islanders, not tourists, so most ferries fan out from the mainland ports of Piraeus, Rafina, Lavrion and Volos Ferries are never that reliable for getting you to an island on time and you can waste money.

Greek island car hire

Car rental outfits can be found on all the larger Greek islands. Most firms are clustered around the airport or, if there is no airport, around or near the main port which is usually the main town. For those on a single island holiday the main question is whether to book online before you go or find a car rental firm after your arrival. For those on Greek island hopping tours booking as you go along is much the best option. The main advantages of booking online are that you can get some cheap deals, especially out of season. As you deal through a branch in your own country then it's usually easier to sort things out of they go wrong. Rental cars can be waiting for you at the airport or delivered to your door so you don't waste any holiday time trudging around and comparing prices. Booking on arrival also has its advantages. Locals are prepared to haggle over prices Do not drink and drive. There are spot checks and fines can be very heavy. Also remember that seatbelts are compulsory and children under ten years must sit in the back of the car. Car hire can range from € 20 per day, depending on your choice of car.

To book car rental in Greek Islands online, view our Car Hire section for Greek Islands. We offer Ok Alpha users the latest special offers and best rates available for car hire in Greek Islands. We advise you book your Greek Islands hire car in advance so you can pick it up and drop it off directly at the airport.


Greek Island taxis

Greek island taxis can be cheap in towns and drivers must use a meter. Fares are controlled nationally but not always observed. Generally taxi drivers are honest and friendly but in tourist hotspots like Faliraki or Laganas this may not be the case.


Greek Island buses

Greek Island buses are cheap and punctual. Check local shops or post offices for timetables which may also be posted up at the odd bus stop. Beware of travelling during the 'tourist hours' of 10am to noon and 4 to 6pm when everyone is heading for the beach or heading back to the hotel. Everyone wants to travel and buses are crammed full.


Greek Island Mopeds and motorbikes

Motorbikes are available virtually everywhere on the Greek Islands and most rent-a-moped outfits like to have the latest models. If you do hire a moped take special care on the potholed roads. Helmets are required by law but locals of the Greek Islands appear to ignore this rule with impunity.


Greek Island roads

Greek roads have improved greatly but island highways still leave a lot to be desired. Potholes and loose gravel are the most dangerous hazards, missing or misleading signposts are as irritating as they are commonplace. Cliff roads are rarely fenced on the Greek Islands. Fallen rocks can litter mountain roads and it is not unusual to find herds of goats wandering about or the odd snake taking a siesta on the hot tarmac. Greek drivers are generally considered maniacs and it's wise to always give way or allow them to overtake. Greece has the highest accident rate in Europe after Portugal. If you do have an accident it is an offence to leave the scene of an accident and you can be held by police for questioning for up to 24 hours.