The ferry crossing from Athens to Ios takes upwards of five hours — time enough for the mood of a holiday to shift entirely. A private helicopter charter changes the equation completely. You board. The Aegean opens beneath you. By the time most travellers have found their ferry seat, you’re already on the island.
Fly G Aviation operates the Airbus H135 on this route — a twin-engine executive helicopter developed for both performance and passenger comfort. Up to six guests travel together, privately, for one fixed price per flight. There are no per-seat supplements, no shared cabins, no strangers.
Departures are available from Athens International Airport or from the Fly G Aviation helipad, 15 minutes from Athens Airport — whichever suits your arrival.
Route Overview · Infographic
At a glance.
Route Overview
The Direct Line
Athens
Helipad · 15 min from Airport
ATH
✈
~50 minutes
Direct · No Stops
Ios
Cyclades, Greece
IOS
Charter Pricing · 2025–2026
Fixed Price. No Surprises.
MOST POPULAR
One-Way Charter · Athens → Ios
€5,350
Per flight · Inclusive of VAT · Up to 6 passengers
—Price is per flight, not per person — share with up to 6 guests at no extra cost
—Depart from Athens International Airport or our helipad, 15 minutes from Athens Airport
—VAT included; landing fees at destination helipad may apply (confirmed at booking)
—Approximately 50 minutes direct flight time, no layovers or stops
Return Charter · Ios → Athens
€5,350
Per flight · Same terms apply
—Return leg priced identically to the outbound
—Schedule both legs independently or as a round trip
—Flexible departure times to suit your itinerary
Group Efficiency
6 pax
Max passengers · Split cost across your group
—6 passengers: approx. €892 per person one-way
—4 passengers: approx. €1,338 per person one-way
—2 passengers: approx. €2,675 per person one-way
Athens to Ios · Travel Comparison
50 minutes vs. half a day
Option
Duration
Privacy
Flexibility
Comfort
Helicopter Charter Fly G Aviation · H135
~50 min
Exclusive
Full
Executive
High-Speed Ferry
5–6 hrs
Shared
Fixed schedule
Economy
Commercial Flight + Ferry
4–5 hrs
Shared
Multiple legs
Standard
Private Yacht Transfer
8–12 hrs
Private
Weather-dep.
Leisurely
The Aircraft · Airbus H135
Engineered for the Aegean.
The Airbus H135 is a twin-engine executive helicopter built by Airbus Helicopters — widely regarded as one of the most capable and comfortable short-haul aircraft in its class. Dual engines, FADEC fuel management, and instrument flight rules (IFR) capability make it equally suited to scheduled island runs and demanding offshore conditions.
Passengers
6 pax
Max Passengers
Speed
137 mph
Cruise Speed
Range
390 mi
Max Range
Engines
2 eng
Twin Engine · IFR
Fleet Comparison · Cruise Speed
Right aircraft, right route.
The H135 is Fly G Aviation’s dedicated island-hopping helicopter — optimised for short, scenic transfers across the Cyclades where agility and comfort matter more than range.
Airbus H135
137 mph
Airbus AS355
130 mph
Agusta 109 Power
150 mph
King Air B200
292 mph
Citation XLS+
509 mph
Falcon 7X
595 mph
Why Fly G Aviation
The standard you should expect.
01
Price Per Flight, Not Per Seat
€5,350 is the total — for you, your companion, your group. Fly alone or fill all six seats. The price doesn’t change. That’s not a discount; that’s how private aviation should work.
02
Departure on Your Schedule
No ferry timetables. No airline slots. You choose when you leave. Both Athens International Airport and our helipad, 15 minutes from Athens Airport, are available as departure points.
03
Greece-Exclusive Fleet
The Airbus H135 and AS355 Twin Jet are available exclusively through Fly G Aviation in Greece. Not upgrades — aircraft you won’t find on this route with any other provider.
04
20+ Greek Island Destinations
Ios is one stop on a wider network. Fly G Aviation covers over 20 Greek islands and luxury resorts — from the Cyclades to the Ionian, Dodecanese and beyond.
05
All-Inclusive Pricing
VAT is included. No fuel surcharges, no handling fees hidden in footnotes. Landing fees at certain destination helipads may apply and are confirmed transparently at booking.
06
Twin-Engine Safety Margin
The H135 carries two engines and full IFR certification. Over the open Aegean, those aren’t reassuring brochure details — they are engineering decisions that matter.
The Destination · Ios, Cyclades
What waits on the island.
Ios occupies an unusual place in the Cyclades. It has the golden beaches and whitewashed chora of the classic Greek island — and the nightlife intensity of a destination that has drawn a devoted international crowd for decades.
Beaches
Mylopotas & Manganari
Mylopotas is the island’s main beach — a long arc of pale sand with crystalline water and beach clubs. Manganari, accessible by boat or road, is the remote alternative: quieter, rawer, equally beautiful.
Village
The Chora of Ios
A dense knot of whitewashed alleys, bougainvillea, and blue domes rising steeply above the port. The Chora rewards exploration — restaurants, bars, and boutiques hidden behind narrow doorways.
Culture
Homer’s Tomb & Ancient History
According to ancient tradition, the poet Homer died and was buried on Ios. A site on the northern part of the island is identified with his tomb — a reminder that this island has been a destination since antiquity.
Nightlife
A Reputation Built Over Decades
Ios has drawn a lively international crowd since the 1970s. The bar scene in the Chora remains one of the liveliest in the Cyclades — for those who arrived by helicopter in the afternoon and want to still be dancing at midnight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know.
The private helicopter charter from Athens to Ios takes approximately 50 minutes with Fly G Aviation’s Airbus H135. This compares to 5–6 hours by high-speed ferry or a multi-leg journey via commercial flight and boat.
The one-way helicopter charter from Athens to Ios is priced at €5,350 per flight, inclusive of VAT. The price is per flight — not per person — meaning your entire group of up to 6 passengers travels at this single fixed rate. Landing fees at the destination helipad may apply and are confirmed transparently at the time of booking.
All Fly G Aviation charter prices are per flight, not per person. Whether you are flying alone or with a group of six, the charter price remains the same. This makes private helicopter travel significantly more cost-effective when shared across a group.
Departures are available from Athens International Airport or from the Fly G Aviation helipad, located 15 minutes from Athens Airport. The most convenient departure point can be confirmed when booking.
Charter prices are inclusive of VAT. Landing fees at certain destination helipads may apply — these are not included in the published price and will be confirmed clearly at the time of booking, with no hidden surprises.
We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly during the peak summer season (June–September) when demand across the Cyclades is highest. Early booking also allows time to accommodate specific scheduling requirements or special requests.
Fly G Aviation operates the Airbus H135 (Eurocopter EC-135) on the Athens–Ios route. This twin-engine executive helicopter seats up to 6 passengers, cruises at 137 mph, and is certified for instrument flight rules (IFR) — making it among the safest and most capable short-haul helicopters in its class.
Yes. Fly G Aviation provides private helicopter charter services to over 20 Greek islands and luxury resorts, including Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Milos, Serifos, Sifnos, Schinoussa, and many others. See our full list of domestic destinations.
