Cheap holiday Milos

When is the best time to go?

June, September and October are ideal on Milos: 24 to 28 degrees, warm sea water and the narrow coves quiet enough to feel the island magic. July and August are the busiest months (up to 33 degrees), popular with Greeks and Italians, but Sarakiniko is crowded then. In May everything is open, prices are still low and the wildflowers are in bloom.

Best villages on Milos

• Adamas The port town and main arrival point with most accommodation. Shops, bus stops and ferries to Kimolos and neighboring islands.
• Plaka The whitewashed hilltop main town with a castle and a panoramic view over the Bay of Milos. Best spot for sunset on the island.
• Klima The iconic tiny fishing village right on the water, famous for its colorful syrmatas (boathouses with doors opening onto the sea). A must-see.
• Pollonia Friendly northern fishing village with good tavernas and the small ferry to the island of Kimolos. Calm and authentic.
• Triovasalos Quiet twin village of Plaka with affordable accommodation and fewer tourists, within walking distance of all sights.

Top 5 things to do on Milos

• Sarakiniko Beach The magical white volcanic tuff beach, free and without sun loungers. Best early in the morning or after 17:00 for the most beautiful light and less crowding. Don't go barefoot: the rock is sharp.
• Kleftiko Spectacular sea caves and rock formations in the south, only reachable by boat or kayak. Boat trips from Adamas cost around 48 to 65 euros per person. On calm days you can snorkel in the crystal-clear water.
• Plaka Castro Medieval castle at the top of the island with a 360-degree panorama over the bay, Sarakiniko and the surrounding islets. Free, open sunrise to sunset.
• Catacombs of Milos Early Christian catacombs (2nd-4th century) carved into volcanic rock, the only ones in Greece. Entry around 10 euros, closed on Tuesdays. Mandatory guided tour lasts 30 minutes.
• Klima boathouses at sunset Walk through the fishing village of Klima as the sun sets and the lights in the colorful boathouses come on. Free and unforgettable. Combine with dinner at the only taverna in the village.

Flights + transport from the Netherlands

There are no direct flights from the Netherlands to Milos (MLO). The most convenient route is via Athens: fly with Transavia or KLM from Amsterdam to ATH (about 3 hours), then take Olympic Air or Sky Express to Milos (MLO) in 45 minutes. Total travel time about 5 hours. Return prices AMS-ATH-MLO range from around 180 to 290 euros. In summer there are occasional charter flights direct to Milos. Locally on Milos, KTEL buses run from Adamas to most beaches and villages for around 1.80 euros. A rental car is strongly recommended to explore all corners of the island: DiscoverCars prices for Milos are typically 25 to 45 euros per day.

What does a holiday in Milos cost?

Studios and pensions (2026) from 65 euros per night, boutique hotels 90 to 160 euros. Food: souvlaki 3.50 euros, gyros wrap 4 euros, fresh fish at a taverna 22 to 35 euros. Sun lounger hire on busier beaches 10 to 15 euros per day (Sarakiniko has no hire). Boat trip to Kleftiko 48 to 65 euros per person. Catacombs 10 euros. For 7 nights including the connection via Athens, budget around 690 to 950 euros per person.