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About Athens Intl. Airport

Athens Intl. Airport is located in Spata, in the East Attica district of the Attica region, around 20 km east of central Athens. Opened to civil air traffic in 2001 and operated by Athens International Airport S.A., it serves as Greece's main aviation gateway and a key transport hub for the wider Eastern Mediterranean region.

The airport operates through a main terminal and a satellite terminal, serving both domestic flights and international flights with efficient passenger flows. With capacity for more than 25 million passengers per year, it offers modern check-in areas, retail and dining services, lounges, parking, cargo facilities and strong road, metro and rail links, while traffic rises sharply in the summer tourism season.

Athens Intl. Airport is served by Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air, SKY express, Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, Emirates and many other carriers. Direct routes include Thessaloniki, Heraklion, Rhodes and Santorini, alongside major international destinations such as London, Paris, Rome, Istanbul, Dubai and New York, supporting steady demand for flight tickets from business, leisure and connecting passengers.

Athens Intl. Airport to Athens City Center Transport

Travelers can get from Athens International Airport to Athens city center by airport bus, metro, taxi, rental car, or pre-booked private transfer. Journey times vary by traffic, route, and final destination.

Bus

Municipal airport express buses depart from Athens International Airport and connect the terminal with key points in Athens. The most popular city-center route usually takes about 60 minutes, depending on traffic.

• X95: Athens Airport to Syntagma Square
• X93: Athens Airport to Kifisos Intercity Bus Station
• X96: Athens Airport to Piraeus Port
• X97: Athens Airport to Elliniko Metro Station

Airport Shuttle

There is no dedicated Havas or Havabus-branded airport shuttle service in Athens like in some other cities, but shared shuttle services may be available through private operators. These are usually booked in advance and may stop at major hotels or central pickup points. Average travel time to the city center is about 45 to 70 minutes.

• Syntagma Square area
• Monastiraki area
• Plaka hotel district
• Omonia area

Metro

Athens Metro Line 3 connects Athens International Airport with central Athens. It is a convenient option for avoiding road traffic, with an average journey time of about 40 minutes to Syntagma Station.

• Line 3: Athens Airport to Syntagma
• Line 3: Athens Airport to Monastiraki
• Line 3: Athens Airport to Piraeus

Taxi

Taxis are available 24/7 outside the arrivals area at Athens International Airport. A taxi ride to Athens city center usually takes about 35 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic and the exact destination.

• Direct ride to Syntagma Square
• Direct ride to Plaka
• Direct ride to Monastiraki

Car Rental

Car rental companies operate at Athens International Airport, with offices inside the terminal and vehicle pickup areas close to the terminal exit. Driving to central Athens typically takes about 35 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Airport terminal rental desks
• Terminal-exit vehicle pickup
• Flexible travel to Athens and nearby destinations

Transfer

A private airport transfer is a comfortable door-to-door option from Athens International Airport to the city center. Advance booking is recommended, especially for late arrivals, families, groups, or travelers with extra luggage. Average travel time is about 35 to 60 minutes.

• Meet-and-greet service at arrivals
• Direct transfer to hotels or apartments
• Fixed-price booking options