What is the IATA code for Athens Airport?

The IATA code for Athinai is ATH.

Which airlines fly from Athens Airport?

Airlines at Athinai include Aegean Airlines, IndiGo.

Athinai (ATH) in Athens, Greece. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

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Q: How to reach Athens Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: Line 3 (Blue Line) connects the airport to the city center. The airport station is called "Aerodromio". Trains run every 30 minutes. The fare to Syntagma Square is €9. Travel time is approximately 40 minutes. Bus: Several public bus lines connect the airport to various parts of Athens. The most common is the X95 bus to Syntagma Square, operating 24/7. Buses depart every 15-30 minutes. The fare is €5.50. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are readily available outside both terminals. Uber is also available. A pre-booked taxi to the city center costs around €40 during the day and €55 at night. Distance: 33 km from Athens city center. Travel time is approximately 30 minutes without traffic and 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

Athens, Greece

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Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos, Spata Artemida 190 04, Greece

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ℹ️ About Athinai

Athens International Airport opened in 2001 and is operated by Athens International Airport S.A. In 2023, the airport handled approximately 28 million passengers.

Its IATA code is ATH. It serves as the primary airport for Athens and the region.

There are plans for further expansion to increase capacity to 50 million passengers annually.

🏢 Terminals

Athens International Airport has two terminals: the Main Terminal and the Satellite Terminal. The Main Terminal handles Schengen flights, while the Satellite Terminal handles non-Schengen and some domestic flights.

The airport has a total of 144 check-in counters and 24 jet bridges. The total terminal area is 150,000 sq m.

The airport has a capacity of 26 million passengers per year. In 2019, an expansion project was completed, adding new retail and dining options.

🚗 How to Reach Athens Airport

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Metro/Rail

Line 3 (Blue Line) connects the airport to the city center. The airport station is called "Aerodromio". Trains run every 30 minutes. The fare to Syntagma Square is €9. Travel time is approximately 40 minutes.

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Bus

Several public bus lines connect the airport to various parts of Athens. The most common is the X95 bus to Syntagma Square, operating 24/7. Buses depart every 15-30 minutes. The fare is €5.50.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are readily available outside both terminals. Uber is also available. A pre-booked taxi to the city center costs around €40 during the day and €55 at night.

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Distance

33 km from Athens city center. Travel time is approximately 30 minutes without traffic and 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

Aegean Business Lounge (Schengen area), Goldair Handling Lounge (Schengen and non-Schengen), Swissport Executive Lounge (Schengen). Access is available via airline status, lounge membership programs, or day passes.

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Food & Dining

Several restaurants and cafes are available, including Starbucks, McDonald's, and several Greek tavernas. Many options are available in the food court in the Main Terminal. Some 24-hour options are available.

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Shopping

Duty-free shops are available in both terminals after security. Other shops include Hellenic Duty Free Shops, Accessorize, and several souvenir shops.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "ATH Free WiFi" network.

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Banking

ATMs are located in both terminals before and after security. Currency exchange services are provided by Alpha Bank and National Bank of Greece.

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Medical

A medical center is located in the Main Terminal, operating 24/7.

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Other

Prayer rooms are available in both terminals. Smoking zones are located outside the terminals.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term parking (P1, P2, P3): €5 for the first hour, €3 for each additional hour, up to €30 per day. Long-term parking (P4): €16 per day, €70 per week. Premium parking: Available at higher rates. Pre-booking is available at: https://www.aia.gr/en/parking-transport/parking/

✈️ Airlines at Athens Airport 2 airlines

Aegean Airlines

IndiGo

💡 Tips for Travellers

Purchase your metro ticket in advance to avoid queues at the airport station.

The X95 bus is a cheaper alternative to the metro for getting to Syntagma Square, but it takes longer.

If taking a taxi, confirm the fare with the driver before starting your journey.

Use the free airport WiFi to book an Uber, which may be cheaper than a regular taxi.

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