From Rhodes Airport to Faliraki: taxi from €36, bus or transfer
Faliraki: a lively resort on the east coast of Rhodes. It is about 20 km from the airport.
The challenge is not the distance, it is the choice. After landing, you stand there with your suitcases and decide: take a taxi, wait for the bus, or book a transfer in advance.
Below we break down all three options with prices and travel times. That way you get to your hotel without queues or surprises.
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Quick answer: the best transport to Faliraki
💡 In short:
- Transfer with a driver: fixed price and a meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall.
- Taxi: a car for up to 4 people, but there may be a queue in the evening.
- KTEL bus: the cheapest option, around €6, but with a transfer in Rhodes and a travel time of up to 2 hours.
- Prices and travel times: 09/2026, checked on the official KTEL Rodou website and the Rhodes taxi service.
First steps at Rhodes Airport
After collecting your baggage, you exit into the main arrivals hall. ATMs, currency exchange, and car rental desks are also located here.
© Hombre · CC BY-SAPhoto: Hombre, CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0), Wikimedia CommonsFor the bus and some taxis, you need cash in euros. Withdraw a small amount from an ATM so you do not depend on card acceptance.
Activate your SIM card or eSIM before you leave home: with internet access, your navigation app and the route map to your hotel will work right away.
Distance and travel time
Diagoras Airport is on the west coast of Rhodes, while Faliraki is on the east coast. By road it is about 20 km (as the crow flies), and the drive takes 25-30 minutes.
AIIllustrative image: AI-generatedFrom the airport, you first head east toward Rhodes Town, then turn south along the coast. The road is paved and well marked, and the exit for Faliraki is visible well in advance. The route is shorter than to Lindos or the southern resorts of the island.
Traffic near Rhodes Town slows things down in the evening. In July and August, allow extra time for congestion.
Option | Travel time | Price |
|---|---|---|
Taxi | 25-30 minutes | from €36 |
Transfer | 25-30 minutes | from €36 |
KTEL bus | 1.5-2 hours with a transfer | around €6 |
Prices in the table: 09/2026, according to the Rhodes taxi service and KTEL Rodou.
Taxi from the airport
Taxis wait outside the terminal exit around the clock.
Private taxi services offer a fixed price from 36 € per car (as of 09/2026, Rhodes taxi service). A metered taxi comes out in a similar range, but the price can go up at night and during peak hours.
The taxi stand is right outside the arrivals exit. At night, roughly from midnight to five in the morning, a higher rate applies, so the fixed price of private services is especially good value at night.
A standard sedan takes up to 4 people with one suitcase per passenger. For a group of five or a lot of luggage, book a minivan: a regular taxi may not fit everything.
Payment is usually in cash, and not all cars accept cards. Before the ride, give the driver the exact address of your hotel: Faliraki has many hotels, and you need a landmark.
- The catch: in high season there can be a line, and a sedan has little room for large suitcases.
Private transfer with a driver
A pre-booked transfer removes the main stress of arrival. The driver waits for you in the arrivals hall with a sign, and the price is locked in before the trip.
For families with children and those arriving late, this option works best. You don't need to find the taxi stand or haul your suitcases to a bus stop.
The service tracks your flight by number: if the plane is delayed, the driver will arrive at the new time at no extra charge. Child seats and boosters are available for kids, and minivans work well for groups.
Book a transfer from Rhodes airport
The transfer price is comparable to a taxi, but you pay for predictability: a fixed rate, flight tracking, and a car of the right size.
You book the car in advance and know the price before you board the plane. After landing, there's no need to haggle or check the meter.
- The catch: more expensive than the bus, the benefit is only in comfort and predictability.
KTEL bus with a change in Rhodes
The bus is the cheapest option, but the trip takes longer. From the airport to Rhodes the bus takes about 40 minutes, then you change to the line toward Lindos and get off in Faliraki another 25-30 minutes later. Check the schedule and stops on the KTEL Rodou website.
The airport bus stop is at the terminal exit. The driver sells tickets, and you need to pay in cash. Faliraki has several stops: the center near the main square and the Platanos area, so check which one is closer to your hotel.
A ticket costs about 2.5-3 € per segment (as of 09/2026, KTEL Rodou, Rhodes transfer service). The whole trip comes to about 6 €.
The bus suits those traveling light and during the day. With a large suitcase, the change in Rhodes turns into extra hassle, and on popular routes there may not be enough room in the luggage compartment.
- The catch: the change in Rhodes and a travel time of up to 2 hours including waiting.
Group transfer in package tours
In package tours, the transfer to the hotel is often already included. The bus picks up guests from several hotels, so the trip can stretch out.
For Faliraki the difference is small: the resort is close, and the hotel loop is usually short. If you're flying separately from the tour, a group transfer isn't always the right fit.
If the transfer is already included in your package, check with the operator what time it departs and how many hotels the bus stops at before yours. Sometimes it's easier to pay extra for a private car than to spend an hour driving around other hotels.
Late flight: how to get there at night
If your plane lands after midnight, the bus is out: the line toward Lindos doesn't run at night. That leaves taxis and a pre-booked transfer.
At night there may be few cars at the taxi stand. A transfer with a driver is more reliable: a fixed price and a guarantee that the car will be waiting even at three in the morning.
Hotel location matters
Faliraki stretches along the coast, and convenience depends on the area your hotel is in. Hotels on the first line are easy for taxis and transfers: the car pulls up to the door.
© Jay Son · CC BY-SAPhoto: Jay Son, CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0), Wikimedia CommonsHotels on the hill can be farther from the main stop. With suitcases, the last few hundred meters in the heat is not the best end to the journey.
If you're taking the bus, check the distance from the stop to your hotel on the map in advance. Some Faliraki hotels are in a quiet part of the resort, and the bus stops a few hundred meters from the entrance.
Before booking, check the exact address and the distance to the stop. Hotels in Faliraki on Trip.com will help you compare locations and prices.
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⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Rhodes Airport to Faliraki?
Private taxi services offer a fixed price from 36 € per car for up to 4 people (as of 09/2026). A metered taxi comes out in a similar range, but the price can go up at night and during peak times.
Is there a direct bus from the airport to Faliraki?
There is usually no direct bus. First you ride from the airport to Rhodes for about 40 minutes, then transfer to the line toward Lindos. With waiting, the whole trip takes 1.5-2 hours and costs about 6 €.
Which is cheaper: a taxi or a pre-booked transfer?
The prices are close. A metered taxi comes out in a similar range, while a transfer gives you a fixed price and a meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall. For a family or a late flight, the difference pays off in peace of mind.
How long does it take to get from the airport to Faliraki?
By car, the drive takes 25-30 minutes, a distance of about 20 km. The bus with a transfer in Rhodes takes longer, up to 2 hours with waiting. In the evening there can be traffic jams near Rhodes, so allow extra time.
Do I need to book a transfer in advance?
Yes, if you are flying in high season or late in the evening. A pre-booked transfer guarantees a car of the right size and a driver with a sign. At peak times there can be a line at the taxi stand.
In short: what to book
The choice is simple. With family, lots of luggage, or a late flight, take a transfer with a driver: fixed price and a meet-and-greet in the arrivals hall.
Traveling light during the day, take the KTEL bus, but allow for a transfer in Rhodes. A taxi works when there is no line and you want to get there as fast as possible.
Book your transfer in advance so the driver waits for you with a sign: choose a transfer from Rhodes Airport.
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