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

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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 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.

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When to visit Thera

Thera in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 5864
1 night at 3-star hotel
Thera in October
Estimated hotel price
₹ 5864
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 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Thera from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 17h 20m.

Car

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 GREEN MOTION and Centauro, among others, in Athens.

Plane

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 Mumbai and takes around 17h 20m.

Car

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 GREEN MOTION and Centauro, among others, in Athens.

Airports near Thera

JTRThera Santorini

Airlines serving Thera

Lufthansa
Good (7,208 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,135 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,657 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,956 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,835 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (814 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,725 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,404 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,149 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,165 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,818 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (231 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (280 reviews)
Transavia France
Good (353 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,172 reviews)
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Where to stay in Thera

From 5-star hotels such as the Andronis Arcadia to great affordable options like the Loizos Stylish Residences, Thera offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 13,932 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 37,755 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nemesis and Bedspot Hostel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Thera

Most booked hotels in Thera

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Santorini Kastelli Resort
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 19,530+
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La Perla Villas and Suites - Adults Only
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 51,843+
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Andronis Luxury Suites
5 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 70,745+
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Volcano View by Caldera Collection
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 20,368+
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Astro Palace Hotel & Suites
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 19,130+
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Pegasus Suites & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 27,201+
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Hiring a car in Thera

Hiring a car in Thera costs ₹ 1,899 per day, on average, or ₹ 3,798 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Thera.

Expect to pay ₹ 175 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 ₹ 2,103 and ₹ 2,804. The most frequently booked car type in Thera is Compact (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Nissan Micra or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Thera costs ₹ 1,899 per day, on average, or ₹ 3,798 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Thera.

Expect to pay ₹ 175 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 ₹ 2,103 and ₹ 2,804. The most frequently booked car type in Thera is Compact (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Nissan Micra or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Thera

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