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Mykonos

Mykonos holidays

Compact Cycladic island where nightlife and south-coast beaches sit close to the main town.

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26°C SeptemberBest Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep3–5 nightsRecent nonstop return fare from London Gatwick

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At a glance

  • short island breaks
  • beach plus nightlife
  • groups of friends

Trip cost

4 nights in Mykonos≈ €630–€825 pp
Return flight
≈€256
Stay
≈€448
Food & local
≈€120

Includes the return fare from London Gatwick. An estimate, not a quote — each booking happens separately with its supplier. How we work this out.

Prices shown on this page are indicative estimates in euros, not quotes. Every booking happens separately with its own supplier, at that supplier's own live price. How we work this out.

Stays

Stays in Mykonos

Typically around €63/night, a Greece-wide estimate · €112 mid-range — not a live listing price

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Self-catering

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Getting to Mykonos

  • AirportMykonos Airport (Manto Mavrogenous) (JMK)
  • Transfer optionsBus, taxi

Mykonos Airport is a short drive from Mykonos Town, with taxis and seasonal buses linking the two.

Flexible-date fares from London Gatwick

October from €256 return cheapest

Typical €338 · Direct · 4 nights

Fri 2 Oct

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Areas of Mykonos

A few places people base themselves, and who each tends to suit.

  • Mykonos Town (Chora)Best for travellers wanting to walk between lanes, harbour and nightlife with frequent buses to beaches.
  • OrnosSuits families and adults wanting a mix of beach time and village atmosphere on the south-west coast.
  • Platis GialosIdeal for beach-focused stays using water taxis to reach other south-coast beaches without renting a car.
  • PsarouAppeals to visitors prioritising an upscale beach environment within reach of Mykonos Town buses.
  • Tourlos (New Port)Useful base for short stays tied to ferry arrivals and departures, with quick access into town by bus or taxi.

Mykonos weather by month

Mykonos is warmest in July, when daily highs average 29°C, and coolest in February at 14°C. December is the wettest month at about 64 mm, August the driest at 3 mm. Taking warmth and rainfall together, June, July, August, September score best for a trip.

Best overall
June · July · August · September
Hottest
July · 29°C
Wettest
December · 64mm
How these figures are worked out

Monthly averages — multi-year historical data, not a standard 30-year climate normal or a forecast. Gold months are the best weather fit: each month scores on how close its average daily high sits to about 27 °C, with heavy rainfall counting against it, and months far outside that range are not ranked at all.

How we work this out

What each season is like

Spring
Can feel quiet and cool for dedicated beach trips; some nightlife venues and beach clubs open closer to late spring.
Summer
High season brings crowds, limited parking and busy beaches; nightlife runs late and town lanes stay noisy.
Autumn
Early autumn keeps the sea pleasant with slightly fewer crowds, but late-season trips see reduced nightlife and beach services.
Winter
Island life contracts, with many tourism businesses closed and limited connections, so stays are mainly for quiet escapes.

What’s on in Mykonos

Our sister site Wanderistan tracks what's on in Mykonos — gigs, festivals and tickets.

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Compare Greece destinations

Still deciding? Other Greece destinations, with the same weather and typical-stay data behind them.

DestinationAugTypical stay
Athens34°C2–4 nights
Chania31°C3–7 nights
Heraklion32°C2–4 nights
Santorini30°C3–5 nights
Thessaloniki33°C2–4 nights

Good to know about Mykonos

Why go

  • Combines dense nightlife with accessible beaches, unlike Santorini where cliffside views dominate.
  • South-coast beach areas like Ornos and Platis Gialos give quick boat or bus access to multiple swimming spots.
  • Short transfers between airport, ports and town make it efficient for long weekends or party-focused trips.
  • Delos, a UNESCO World Heritage site on a small island near Mykonos, is where Greek mythology places the birth of Apollo, and its sanctuary once drew pilgrims from across Greece. It is reached by boat from Mykonos, and the site's entry ticket does not include the boat crossing.
  • Getting around without a car is practical from town: the municipality describes the KTEL buses as the simplest way to explore the island, with the terminal for the southern beaches at Fabrika, and taxis wait at the stand in Mykonos Town.

Worth knowing

  • Accommodation and beach services are heavily seasonal, making off-season visits feel limited.
  • Peak summer brings high noise levels, crowded lanes and busy beaches that may deter travellers seeking quiet.
  • Public transport focuses on main beaches; more remote coves generally require a vehicle or boat.
  • Short distances still involve hills and steps that can be challenging for some visitors.
  • The Delos archaeological site keeps its longest opening hours from April to October and shorter ones in November; for a visit outside those months, check the Ministry of Culture's current timetable before planning a crossing.

Authoritative pages worth checking before you go to Mykonos.