With a population of 2.376, Thera is a must-see destination in South Aegean, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Thera deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Lauda Restaurant Oia (Nikolaou Nomikou Oia) and Ombra at Esperas Santorini Hotel (Oia) are great picks.
When flying to Thera, you’ll arrive at Santorini/Thira Airport (JTR), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Thera from India departs from Chennai and takes around 27h 35m.
Another option to get to Thera is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 230 km from Thera. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Centauro, among others, in Athens.
From 5-star hotels such as the La Maltese Caldera Concept to great affordable options like the Loizos Stylish Residences, Thera offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 11,187 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 33,410 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Panorama Suites and Nemesis.
Hiring a car in Thera costs ₹ 2,274 per day, on average, or ₹ 4,549 if you want to hire it for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 59% cheaper than airport locations in Thera.
Expect to pay ₹ 174 per litre in Thera (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 2,092 and ₹ 2,789. The most frequently booked car type in Thera is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) is, on average, 74% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.