Taxis charge flat rates, which will be much more expensive than a bus fare. American ride-hailing apps like Uber or Lyft don't operate in Mykonos, but there are local ride-hailing apps, including iMove and DriveMe, that you can rely on.
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With iMove Greece booking app you can call a cab ride across Greek islands (Mykonos, Paros, Naxos, Santorini) & Athens car transport.
Public Buses (KTEL)KTEL buses are the main means of public transport in Mykonos and the most cost-effective way to get around the island. The central bus stations are Fabrika and Old Port, situated in Mykonos Town. Buses depart from there frequently, serving routes to both touristy places and remote locations.
Using the bus system in Mykonos offers a cost-effective way to explore the island. With an extensive network of routes covering major attractions and destinations, buses provide reliable and affordable transportation.
Mykonos Airport Taxis are available when the airport is operating and can offer you any transfer to the island, hotel etc. The fare to get from the airport to the town is €15 , although to get from the airport to Paradise Beach which is further away the total fare will be €20.
During peak tourist season, it can be challenging to get a taxi in Mykonos, particularly at night when demand is high. Off-peak times are usually easier. Also, finding a taxi can be harder in more remote parts of the island, where some of the finest private villas in Mykonos are located.
There are taxi stands in several locations in Mykonos Town and at the airport. It's also possible to flag down taxis on the street, though this can be more challenging during peak times. Some hotels and restaurants also offer to call a taxi for you.
Greece has no Uber, Lyft, or other ridesharing. In Athens, you can use the Taxibeat app. It is similar, but it calls regular taxis. Like Uber/Lyft, drivers must maintain a good rating or there are kicked out of the program.
Payments can be made mainly in cash. The bulk of taxi drivers have POS machines and accept bank cards. However, this is not a rule. Thus, you should have euros with you (preferably small bills), as cab drivers usually don't give change from big banknotes.
You can book an Uber Boat in Mykonos just as you'd book any Uber, anywhere. It's all done through the Uber app, the only catch being that you need to book 45 minutes in advance and you have to be picked up from one of 25 pick-up/drop-off points around the island.
GET AROUND MYKONOSIf you don't plan venture beyond Mykonos Town, it's easy enough to explore on foot. Everything is walkable from the Old Port to the Kato Milli Windmills. For visitors with more time on Mykonos that want to explore the island, scooters, ATVs and even cars are available to rent in town.
Taxis & private transfersTaxis lie in the Main Town (Chora) of Mykonos, at the new port and the airport. In Chora, the taxi rank is located at the central square of Mykonos Town, right next to the statue of Manto Mavrogenous.
Transfer Options from Mykonos Airport to Mykonos TownThus, the chances are that your accommodation will be found at the island's capital, most commonly known as Chora. If indeed this is the case, you'll find two options for your transfer from JMK Airport to your hotel: Mykonos taxis and public buses.
In the high season (June to September) will be very difficult to find one without reservation. We recommend you to pre-book your Mykonos airport transfer in advance.
Mykonos is one of the most expensive Greek islands and definitely more expensive than Skiathos, which is also on the expensive side. Having said that, there are always cheap places to eat and drink but lodgings' prices will be high in the sky in August.