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About Kavala Intl. - Alexander The Great Airport

Kavala Intl. - Alexander The Great Airport serves the Regional Unit of Kavala in Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, within the Nestos district, approximately 30 kilometers east of Kavala city center. Opened to civil air traffic in 1981 and operated by Fraport Greece, the airport is a key gateway for Kavala, Thasos and the wider northern Aegean area, supporting tourism, business travel and regional connectivity.

The airport operates a modern single-terminal structure that handles both domestic flights and international flights, with separate passenger processing for Schengen and non-Schengen traffic where required. Following recent upgrades, its terminal, check-in areas, baggage systems, apron and passenger services are designed for efficient seasonal operations, with annual traffic typically in the several-hundred-thousand-passenger range and stronger volumes during the summer holiday period.

Airlines operating from Kavala include Aegean Airlines and Olympic Air for the Athens route, alongside seasonal carriers such as Eurowings, Condor, Austrian Airlines, Discover Airlines, TUI and other European leisure operators. Main direct destinations usually include Athens for domestic connectivity and seasonal international links to cities in Germany, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic and northern Europe, while demand for flight tickets is driven mainly by summer tourism, visiting friends and relatives, and regional business travel.

Kavala Intl. - Alexander The Great Airport to Kavala City Center Transport

Kavala International Airport "Alexander the Great" is about 30-35 km from Kavala city center. Travelers can reach central Kavala by public bus via Chrysoupoli, taxi, rental car, or pre-booked private transfer; there is no metro or tram connection from the airport.

Bus

Public bus travel from Kavala Airport to Kavala city center is limited and usually operates via the KTEL network, with a connection through Chrysoupoli. The average journey time is about 35-50 minutes, depending on the connection and waiting time.

• Kavala Airport to Chrysoupoli, then onward bus to Kavala KTEL station
• Chrysoupoli to Kavala city center by regional KTEL bus
• Useful for daytime arrivals, but schedules can be limited, especially on weekends and evenings

Airport Shuttle

There is no widely available Havas or Havabus-style dedicated airport shuttle service from Kavala Airport to Kavala city center. Some hotels, tour operators, and travel agencies may run seasonal or pre-arranged shuttle transfers. Average travel time to central Kavala is about 35-45 minutes.

• Hotel shuttle to accommodation in Kavala
• Tour operator shuttle for charter flight passengers
• Seasonal shared shuttle or minibus transfer booked in advance

Taxi

Taxis are available outside the terminal building and are the most straightforward way to travel from Kavala Airport to the city center. Taxi service is generally available 24/7, with an average journey time of about 30-40 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Direct taxi from the airport taxi rank to Kavala city center
• Taxi to Kavala Port or the central bus station
• Convenient for late arrivals, luggage, families, and onward ferry connections

Car Rental

Car rental is available at Kavala Airport through rental offices and desks serving arriving passengers. Vehicles are typically collected near the terminal exit, making this a practical option for travelers planning to explore Kavala, Thassos ferry ports, or Eastern Macedonia by road.

• Airport car rental desks inside or near the terminal
• Pickup areas close to the terminal exit
• Useful for trips to Kavala, Keramoti, Xanthi, Drama, and coastal villages

Transfer

A private airport transfer is a comfortable door-to-door option from Kavala International Airport to Kavala city center. Booking in advance is recommended, especially for evening arrivals, larger groups, families with children, or travelers carrying extra luggage. The average transfer time is about 30-40 minutes.

• Private car transfer to a hotel or apartment in Kavala
• Minivan transfer for groups or families
• Pre-booked transfer with flight monitoring and meet-and-greet service