Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Thera travel guide

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You're Going to Love Thera

With a population of 2,376, Thera is a must-see destination in South Aegean, Greece. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Thera has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Thera

If you’re looking for affordable options, Esperisma Bar-Restaurant (Esperisma Restaurant) and Cacio e Pepe (25is Martiou) are great picks.

When to visit Thera

Thera in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 17110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Thera in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 17110
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Thera

Plane

When flying to Thera, you’ll arrive at Santorini/Thira Airport (JTR), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Thera from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 13h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Thera is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 143 miles from Thera. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record go, among others, in Athens.

Plane

When flying to Thera, you’ll arrive at Santorini/Thira Airport (JTR), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Thera from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 13h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Thera is to pick up a car hire from Athens, which is about 143 miles from Thera. You’ll find branches of Centauro and Record go, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Thera

Airlines serving Thera

Lufthansa
Good (8,286 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,272 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,112 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,654 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,022 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,687 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,551 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,453 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,384 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,790 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,923 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,104 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,850 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (299 reviews)
Air Serbia
Good (240 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (445 reviews)
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Where to stay in Thera

From 5-star hotels such as the Katikies Hotel - The Leading Hotels of the World to great affordable options like the Loizos Stylish Residences, Thera offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 10,492 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 29,271 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Bedspot Hostel and Plastiras Rooms.

Where to stay in popular areas of Thera

Most booked hotels in Thera

Santorini Kastelli Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 14,872+
Lilium Hotel Santorini
5 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 15,834+
Ducato di Oia
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 16,688+
Athina Luxury Suites
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 18,274+
El Greco Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,446+
Hotel Amaryllis
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,973+

Hiring a car in Thera

Hiring a car in Thera costs ₹ 2,373 per day, on average, or ₹ 14,239 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay ₹ 233 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 ₹ 2,799 and ₹ 3,732.

Hiring a car in Thera costs ₹ 2,373 per day, on average, or ₹ 14,239 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay ₹ 233 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 ₹ 2,799 and ₹ 3,732.