Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kos from £416

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Sat, May 16
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£416
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Mon, May 11
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£509
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Fri, May 15
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£568
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Wed, May 13
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£569
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Sun, May 17
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£569
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Thu, May 14
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£581
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Sat, May 16 – Fri, May 22
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£859
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Wed, May 13 – Mon, May 18
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£882
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Wed, May 13 – Mon, May 18
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£907
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Wed, May 13 – Mon, May 18
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£934
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Fri, May 15 – Wed, May 20
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£936
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Fri, May 15 – Wed, May 20
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£966
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How much do flights to Kos cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£416

Cheapest round-trip

£859

Average round-trip

£1,054

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Aegean

Getting from Kos airport to the city center

The fastest options are taxi and private transfer, while budget travelers often choose public bus

Kos is served by Kos Island International Airport (KGS), located approximately 24 km southwest of Kos Town. This Greek island destination offers several airport transfers to city center options, including public buses, taxis, private transfers, and rental cars. Journey times typically range from 25 to 40 minutes depending on traffic and your chosen transport method. The airport serves as the main gateway to the island's beaches, historical sites, and vibrant town center.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

35-50 min

€4-€5 (one-way fare to Kos Town)

limited service, aligned with flights (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

25-35 min

€35-€45 (metered fare; may vary by time of day)

on-demand at arrivals (traffic dependent)

convenience with luggage

25-35 min

€40-€60 (pre-booked; price per vehicle)

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

families and groups

25-35 min

€30-€70 (per day; varies by season and vehicle)

on-demand at airport desks (traffic dependent)

island exploration flexibility

30-50 min

€0-€20 (often included with accommodation or small fee)

aligned with guest arrivals (traffic dependent)

resort guests

Notes:

  • Prices in EUR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Public bus service is limited and may not operate for all flight arrivals, especially late evening flights.
  • Taxi fares are metered but confirm the approximate fare before departure.
  • Rental car is recommended for exploring the island beyond Kos Town.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Kos

Depart from
O. R. Tambo International
Arrive to
Kos Island International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Johannesburg to Kos

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AegeanAEEA3No
SKY expressSEHGQNo
Ethiopian AirlinesETHETYes
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo
EmiratesUAEEKNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Kos

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January14°C11°C
February14°C11°C
March15°C12°C
April18°C14°C
May21°C18°C
June25°C21°C
July28°C24°C
August28°C24°C
September26°C22°C
October22°C19°C
November19°C16°C
December15°C13°C
Hottest Month
28°C
July
Coldest month
11°C
January
Sunny days
317
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
25 Apr
81%
19°C16°C
2 May
17°C12°C
Sunday
26 Apr
87%
20°C16°C
3 May
18°C12°C
Monday
27 Apr
21°C16°C
4 May
17°C13°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
18°C15°C
5 May
19°C12°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
18°C15°C
6 May
19°C14°C
Thursday
30 Apr
19°C16°C
7 May
19°C16°C
Friday
1 May
18°C15°C
8 May
20°C16°C
Travelers usually depart from O. R. Tambo International, or Lanseria International when they travel from Johannesburg to Kos. The most popular airlines for this route are Aegean, SKY express, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates. Johannesburg and Kos have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Johannesburg?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Johannesburg and Harare, London, Cape Town, Durban, Gaborone, São Paulo, Bulawayo, Nairobi, George, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Victoria Falls, Windhoek, Kimberley, Northern Cape, Hoedspruit, Limpopo, Lusaka, Nelspruit.
What are the most popular routes to and from Kos?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Kos and London, Manchester, Athens, Birmingham, Bristol, Tirana, Bucharest, Thessaloniki, Dublin, Copenhagen, Milan, Crete, Munich, Düsseldorf, Tallinn, Lisbon, Amsterdam, Vienna, Rome, Paris.
Which airports are there in Johannesburg?
Johannesburg is mainly served by O. R. Tambo International. But there are other airports nearby, including Lanseria International, Rand Airport.
What airports are near Kos?
The main airport in Kos is Kos Island International. It is also served by Kos Island International, Kalymnos Island National.
Which airlines fly between Johannesburg and Kos?
Currently, you can fly between Johannesburg and Kos with Aegean, SKY express, Ethiopian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Emirates.
When’s the best time to travel between Johannesburg and Kos?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Johannesburg and Kos, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Johannesburg and Kos?
Traveling between Johannesburg and Kos, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Kos?
There are a number of airports in and around Kos. The main one is Kos Island International and other nearby airports include Kos Island International, Kalymnos Island National.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Johannesburg and Kos depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Johannesburg, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Johannesburg and Kos arrive?
What time do flights between Johannesburg and Kos depart?
What time do flights between Johannesburg and Kos arrive?

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