Athens Airport
General information
Athens Airport opened in 2001 is a replacement of Ellinikon Airport. It’s nowadays the busiest airport in Greece, mainly used by Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air, Sky Express and Ryanair. The airport offers good public transport connections (metro and bus). From 2021, Piraeus will be directly accessible by metro from Athens Airport.
Location
Where is Athens Airport situated?
Athens Airport is located east of the capital in the municipality of Spata-Artemida. The busiest airport in Greece is easily accessible via the A6/E94 motorway (Attiki Odos).
How many terminals does Athens Airport have?
The airport consist of one main terminal building and a satellite terminal. In the main terminal you will find all check-in desks, Hall A and Hall B. Hall A is used for flights to non-Schengen countries and destinations outside of Europe. Hall B is intended for flights to Schengen countries and domestic destinations, e.g. the Greek islands.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Athens Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in Greece.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Mykonos Airport | 135km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Athens Airport to the centre of Athens is 34 kilometres. By car, it takes 45 minutes to get to the centre of Athens.
From ATH Airport to Athens City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Athens Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from Athens Airport you can travel by bus and metro. Visit the Athens Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Athens Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Athens is about € 38.-. Book your taxi at Athens Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From ATH Airport to Athens City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Athens Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, Sixt and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Athens Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Athens Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Athens Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Athens Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to Athens Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Athens Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Aegean Airlines
- Olympic Air
- Ryanair
- Sky Express
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Athens Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in Athens
Looking for the best hotels in Athens? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Athens Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
Athens, Piraeus & Riviera & Beaches Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Discover Athens, Piraeus, Riviera & Beaches with the first Greek hop-on hop-off tour bus. Enjoy the views from up top and combine pleasure and education with on-board commentary in 12 languages. Choose a ticket combination of all lines.
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