Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kos from £355

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Mon, Aug 24
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£355
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Wed, Aug 26
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£408
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Mon, Aug 24
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£408
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Thu, Aug 27
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£408
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Thu, Aug 27
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£417
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Thu, Aug 27
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£437
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Sun, Aug 30 – Thu, Sep 3
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£584
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Sun, Aug 30 – Thu, Sep 3
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£592
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Sun, Aug 30 – Thu, Sep 3
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£607
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Sun, Aug 30 – Thu, Sep 3
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£615
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Sun, Aug 30 – Thu, Sep 3
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
£618
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Sun, Aug 30 – Thu, Sep 3
Johannesburg JNBKos KGS
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How much do flights to Kos cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£355

Cheapest round-trip

£584

Average round-trip

£908

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Emirates

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
354
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Johannesburg to Kos

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
EmiratesUAEEKNo
RyanairRYRFRNo
AegeanAEEA3No
Fly SafairSFRFAYes
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo

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
June26°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
8 Aug
28°C23°C
15 Aug
26°C23°C
Sunday
9 Aug
30°C24°C
16 Aug
26°C23°C
Monday
10 Aug
30°C24°C
17 Aug
27°C23°C
Tuesday
11 Aug
29°C24°C
18 Aug
27°C23°C
Wednesday
12 Aug
28°C24°C
19 Aug
30°C23°C
Thursday
13 Aug
28°C24°C
20 Aug
28°C23°C
Friday
14 Aug
29°C25°C
21 Aug
28°C24°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 Emirates, Ryanair, Aegean, Fly Safair, and Turkish Airlines. Johannesburg and Kos have 354 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 Emirates, Ryanair, Aegean, Fly Safair, Turkish Airlines.

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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