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Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

IATA ATH ICAO LGAV Large Airport Scheduled Service

Location

Airport Information

City

Spata-Artemida

Country

🇬🇷 Greece

Continent

EU

Coordinates

37,9364, 23,9445

Elevation

308 ft (94 m)

Runways

Ident Length Width Surface Lighted
03R/21L 13 123 ft (4 000 m) 148 ft ASP Yes
03L/21R 12 467 ft (3 800 m) 148 ft ASP Yes

Aviation Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Athens Airport to the city center?
The Athens Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) runs from the airport to Syntagma Square in the city center in about 40 minutes for EUR 9 one-way (or EUR 18 return). The Proastiakos suburban railway connects to Larissa Station in about 40 minutes for EUR 9. Express bus X95 runs 24 hours to Syntagma Square for EUR 5.50, taking about 60 minutes.
How many terminals does Athens Airport have?
Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos has one main terminal building with two levels: departures on the upper level and arrivals on the lower level. The terminal has an intra-Schengen area and an extra-Schengen area for non-EU flights. A satellite building connected by an underground link provides additional gate capacity.
What is notable about Athens Airport?
ATH opened in 2001, just in time for Greece's preparations for the 2004 Athens Olympics. The airport is named after Eleftherios Venizelos, a prominent Greek statesman. Located at Spata, 33 km east of Athens, it replaced the old Hellinikon Airport. The terminal features a small museum exhibiting archaeological finds discovered during the airport's construction.
Is there free Wi-Fi at Athens Airport?
Yes, ATH offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal for up to 45 minutes, which can be renewed. The network requires basic registration. The airport also has several lounges and a rooftop terrace area with views of the surrounding Attica landscape.
Which airlines have a hub at Athens Airport?
Aegean Airlines, a Star Alliance member and the largest Greek carrier, uses ATH as its primary hub with extensive European and domestic services. Its subsidiary Olympic Air handles regional and island routes. Ryanair and Wizz Air have growing operations. The airport is a major seasonal gateway to the Greek islands, with traffic peaking heavily during summer months.