A lovely Greek isle in the East Aegean, Rhodes is a great destination for a beach break. Nicknamed the Island of Roses, its shining coasts and wonderful weather lure many on cheap flights to Rhodes for their holidays. The island is as ideal for soaking up the rays as it is for partying after sundown, when buzzing resort Faliraki draws crowds of fun-loving clubbers to its lively nightclubs and bars. Capital Rhodes City, meanwhile, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited medieval towns and was the site of the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Charming towns and villages like Afandou, Laerma, Pefkos, Lindos, Haraki, Kalithea and Ixia offer welcoming traditional tavernas where you can enjoy Greek food and wine. A Rhodes holiday offers the whole package: sun, sand, sea, stunning scenery, sumptuous cuisine, and all the spectacular sightseeing attractions you could wish for.
Must-see sights after you’ve arrived on your flight to Rhodes include the Avenue of the Knights, the Acropolis of Rhodes and Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes Old Town. The widespread availability of cheap direct flights to Rhodes means that it is an affordable destination for group holidays and family holidays. Kids of all ages are sure to enjoy trips to attractions like the Rhodes Water Park. Travel to other nearby islands such as Kos, Leros, Kalymnos and Tilos is easily arranged via boat trips from historic port Mandraki Harbour, where you can also find the Castle of the Knights of St John. You can book cheap Rhodes flights to Rhodes Airport (RHO), also known as Diagoras airport, departing from airports throughout the UK. This means that you can fly from your nearest airport and save money on travelling to your Rhodes flight as well as on airline tickets.
