Chios Airport: frequently asked questions

General

How early should I arrive at Chios Airport?

Ninety minutes for the domestic flights, two hours for the summer charters. The hall is small and the queues short outside August.

How can I check live arrivals and departures at Chios Airport?

The boards on this site update automatically with scheduled and estimated times, gates, baggage belts and status. Open a flight for its details or subscribe to alerts for a flight number.

Transport

How far is Chios Airport from Chios Town?

About 4 km: 10 minutes and roughly €10 by taxi, or the city bus for €1.60. Karfas beach is the same distance the other way.

Is there a bus from Chios Airport?

Yes, the Chios city bus passes the airport gate every 30–60 minutes all year on the Karfas line, €1.60 to the town centre. KTEL coaches to the villages leave from the station in town.

How much is a taxi from Chios Airport to Mesta or Pyrgi?

About €45 to Mesta and €40 to Pyrgi by day, 35–45 minutes south. Book ahead in summer; the fleet is small.

How do I get from Chios Airport to the ferry for Çeşme?

The boats leave from the main port in Chios Town, ten minutes away by taxi (about €10) or city bus. Several sailings a day in summer, 30 minutes across, passport control on both sides.

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Parking

Where can I park at Chios Airport?

In the car park in front of the terminal, from about €2 an hour or €8 a day, first 15 minutes free. It fills only in August and at Christmas.

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Car rental

Which car rental companies are at Chios Airport?

Avis, Budget and Hertz alongside several Chian companies, with desks at the terminal or delivery to hotels; the cars are parked in front of the building.

Do I need a car on Chios?

For the town and Karfas, no. For the mastic villages, Nea Moni, the west beaches and the north coast, yes; the KTEL reaches them only a few times a day.

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See also

Prices and timetables are indicative and change seasonally. Confirm before you travel.