Pigadia
The island's capital and main port, with a waterfront, tavernas and town beaches. It is the base for exploring Karpathos.
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Karpathos: airports, things to do and where to stay
Karpathos is a long, mountainous island between Crete and Rhodes, in the Dodecanese. It is known for its turquoise beaches and for mountain villages that have kept their traditions, such as Olympos.
Karpathos airports
From the airport to central Karpathos
Karpathos airport is about 11 km from central Karpathos.
Taxi
There are few taxis, so it is best to book ahead. The ride to Pigadia, the island's main town takes about 20 min.
Karpathos
Things to do in Karpathos
Olimpos
A mountain village in the north of the island, known for its colourful houses, windmills and for keeping local traditions and dress. It is reached by a mountain road.
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Playa de Apella
One of the island's most beautiful beaches, in a cove on the east coast, with pebbles and clear water. It is reached by a winding road.
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Menetes
A mountain village of neoclassical houses not far from Pigadia, with quiet lanes and sea views. It is an easy stop on a trip inland.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Karpathos?
Karpathos is served by Karpathos (AOK).
How far is the airport from central Karpathos?
Karpathos airport is about 11 km from central Karpathos.
How do I get from the airport to central Karpathos?
From Karpathos airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Karpathos?
Highlights of Karpathos include Pigadia, Olimpos, Playa de Apella, and Menetes.
Photo credits
- Pigadia: Troppy89, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Olimpos: Magnus.chronicles, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Playa de Apella: Tomisti, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Menetes: Maesi64, CC0, Wikimedia Commons