Athens International Airport (ATH)

About Athens International Airport

Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (IATA code ATH) is the largest airport in Greece and serves the capital, Athens. It opened in 2001 and is located in the Spata area of Attica, east of the city, roughly 30 km from the centre.

The airport is the main hub of Aegean Airlines and a key connecting point for flights to the Greek islands. Many travellers arrive here and then continue by domestic flight or by ferry from the ports of Piraeus or Rafina. The airport is named after Eleftherios Venizelos, a prominent Greek statesman of the early 20th century.

Getting to the city centre

Main options for getting into Athens:

• Metro — Line 3 runs from the airport to central stations such as Syntagma and Monastiraki.
• Suburban railway — the Proastiakos trains connect the airport with the wider Athens area and Piraeus.
• Express buses — airport bus lines run to Syntagma, Piraeus and other key points, including at night.
• Taxi — available from the official rank outside arrivals.

Not every metro train runs all the way to the airport, so check the destination and current details on the official airport website.

Practical tips

A few simple habits make the airport part of your trip much smoother:

• Check your airline's recommended check-in time and allow extra time for security and passport control.
• Look at the terminal shown on your ticket or booking confirmation and confirm it on the airport's departure boards.
• Baggage allowance depends on your fare, so check what is included with the airline before you fly.
• If you continue to an island, leave a comfortable gap between your arrival and your ferry or domestic flight.

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