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Getting to Paros

Paros, a charming Cycladic island, is popular among visitors worldwide for its vibrant and sophisticated character. With easy access from Athens and other Greek islands, it’s an ideal destination for young adults, students, and large groups.

By Plane:

Reach Paros from Athens with a flight taking under an hour. Several flights per day depart from Athens International Airport, with most leaving in the morning. For international travelers, flights to Athens are required before connecting to Paros.

By Ferry:

Ferries offer benefits such as comfort, the ability to bring a vehicle, a more environmentally friendly option, and safer social distancing measures during the Covid-19 pandemic.

From Athens:
Ferries depart from Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrion ports. Travel time varies from 2.5 to 7 hours depending on the port and vessel type.

From Mykonos:
Mykonos has multiple daily ferry crossings to Paros, taking between 45 minutes to 1.5 hours. Currently, no direct flights are available between the two islands.

From Santorini:
Travelling by ferry from Santorini to Paros is available year-round, with a duration of 2 to 4 hours. Direct flights between the islands are not available.

From other Cyclades Islands:
Naxos, Syros, Ios, and Antiparos are popular island-hopping destinations near Paros. Affordable ferry tickets and multiple crossings make this a budget-friendly option.

Getting around

Car Hire

Avis – Experience the hidden beauty and dreamy sunsets of Paros with Avis Rent a Car. With small towns and villages perched atop rocky cliffs, car hire is the easiest way to independently explore the stunning landscape. Upon landing, Avis provides a wide range of reliable, safe rental cars and excellent services to make your Paros adventure hassle-free.

The right rental is waiting for you. Whether it’s a comfortable, convenient car, a premium SUV or an
electric car, we’ve got you.
When you book directly with Avis you get:

  • The best prices
  • Complete flexibility, free cancellations and changes.
  • A variety of services and special offers
  • A brand new fleet of cars
  • High quality service backed by more than 60 years’ experience of ensuring effortless travel for our Avis customers.

If you want to take that dream holiday to the next level, book now at avis.gr

Airport, Avis Meet & Greet (no Station), Paros, 84400 Phone: +30 22840 24605

Paros Downtown: Port, Parikia, 844 00 Phone: + 30 22840 24605

Bus – K.T.E.L.
Address
: Parikia, P.C. 84400 Phone: +302284021395, +302284022273

Taxis

Naoussa, Phone: +30 22840 53490

Parikia, Phone: +30 22840 21500

Prodromos, Phone: +30 22840 41427 / 41576

Marpissa, Phone: +30 22840 41209 / 41386