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Kos Airport Guide

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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Kos Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit.  

when the airline actually admitted they owed us a meal the security wouldn’t let us out of the departures lounge to claim it! -Katherine

KGS Airport Overview

The small, older terminal at Kos Airport (code: KGS) is by far the busiest in summer due to a number of seasonal routes. Construction of a new terminal was scheduled in 2020. Current facilities include a few cafes and eateries, duty-free shopping, and free WiFi.

Sleeping in Kos Airport

We do not yet have any sleep-related airport reviews. For uninterrupted sleep, hotels are nearby. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.

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Airport Hours

The airport is open 24 hours.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Airport Hotels

If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels in the town of Kardamena, which is a 15-minute drive from Kos Airport.

Browse the complete list of hotels near Kos Airport on KAYAK.

Food & Drinks

Food and drink options are limited but available. Everest Snack & Coffee has four locations: Landside (Ground Level) • Airside (Ground Level, Intra-Schengen) • Airside (Ground Level, Extra-Schengen) • Airside (Mezzanine Level, Extra-Schengen). Flocafe Espresso Room is located Landside.

WiFi/Internet

Free, unlimited WiFi is available at Kos Airport.

More Airport Information

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Airport Lounges – According to a July 2026 reader update, there are no lounges.
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs operated by Euronet and Piraeus are available. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limits if travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans. Locations: Landside and Airside.

Baggage Carts – Need a hand with your luggage? Baggage carts are available throughout the terminal.

Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available, along with a small selection of retail shops.

Information Desk – An information desk is available to assist passengers.

Luggage Storage & Lockers – Luggage storage and lockers are not available.

Medical Services – First Aid is available. Ask for assistance at the Information Desk.
Mobile Charging – At the time of this update, we had no information about mobile charging availability.

Showers – Showers are not available.

Airlines
Kos Island Airport is served by the following airlines: Aegean Airlines • Air Baltic • Air Bucharest • Air Dolomiti • Air Serbia • Alba Star • Arkia Israeli Airlines • ASL Airlines • Astra Airlines • Austrian Airlines • Blue Air • Blue Panorama • Bluebird • British Airways • Brussels Airlines • Condor • Corendon • DAT • EasyJet • Edelweiss Air • EL AL • Enter Air • Eurowings • Finnair • Germanwings • Helvetic Airways • Israir • Jet Time • Jet2 • JetAirFly • Luxair • Mistral Air • Neos • Norwegian • Novair • Olympic Air • Rossiya • Royal Flight • Ryanair • S7 • SAS • Sky Express • Smartwings • Smartlynx • Sudan Air • Swiftair • SWISS • Trade Air • Transavia • Travel Service • TUI • Tus Airways • Volotea • Vueling.
Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Bus

Local buses link the airport with the cities of Kos, Mastichari, Kardamena and Kefalos. The bus stop is 50 meters from the terminal Arrivals exit. For routes, schedules and fares, visit the KTEL-KOS website.

Car Rentals

The following car rental agencies are available on-site: Avance • Avis/Budget • Hertz/Thrifty • Sixt.

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Metered taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area. At the time of this update, a one-way fare between the airport and Kos costs about 35,00€.

Security & Safety

Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:

  • Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
  • Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
  • Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
  • Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.

Last updated: 2026-03-04

This guide is for planning purposes only. Details, including rates and hours, may change without notice. Information comes from airports and service providers, their websites, and traveller submissions. We do not represent these providers. To share corrections or updates: write a review or update the airport guide.

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