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About airport

International Airport Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (code: ATH) is the busiest airport in Greece. It was opened in 2001, making it relatively modern. This airport is located 23 kilometers from Athens. Navigation here is not difficult (even during transfers), with arrivals on the ground floor and departures on the second floor of the same building. Athens Airport is the base for the domestic airline Aegean Airlines and was named after a Greek Prime Minister.
The airport is open 24/7, as are some airport restaurants. At Athens Airport, travelers can entertain themselves at the museum and art exhibition.

About Athens Eleftherios Venizelos Airport

Cheap airline tickets

You can travel from Prague to Athens on a direct flight with <a href="/airlines/aegean-airlines" data-entity-type="airline" data-entity-id="604bb6bcfbec08239033ab93">Aegean Airlines</a>. Return tickets with this carrier are available from £97 (112.8 EUR). During the season, return tickets are around £156 (180.5 EUR).
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Cheap flights to Athens airport

Change at the airport

Transferring at Athens Airport is not particularly difficult, and everything is well signposted. Departures and arrivals are located in one building of the main terminal (arrivals on the ground floor and departures on the first floor). For a standard guaranteed transfer within a single ticket, 1 hour should be sufficient.
For a non-guaranteed transfer, allow at least 2.5 hours. The airport can be very busy, and long queues may form.

Transfer at Athens Airport

Arrivals and departures

You can conveniently track the latest arrivals and departures directly on the airport's website. Arrivals can be found under the Arrivals tab, and departures under the Departures tab. Here, you will find information about your flight and any potential cancellations or delays. You can also use the Flight Tracker service, where you enter your flight number to instantly obtain all available information about your flight. The service also offers the option to input your email address to receive notifications about any flight changes.
Athens Airport also offers a mobile app for both iPhone and Android (available <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.aia.gr/en/traveler/e-services/airport-mobile-app/" target="_blank">here</a>), which allows you to track flights in real-time.
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<li>Online arrivals and departures from Athens Airport can be found <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.aia.gr/traveler/flight-info/rtfi/" target="_blank">here &gt;</a></li>
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Athens Airport: Arrivals and Departures Online

Car rental

Currently, there are 6 different car rental companies represented at Athens Airport (including Hertz, Avis, and Sixt). The car rental companies have their offices conveniently located and accessible in the main terminal on the ground floor.
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The Best Car Rental Deals at Athens Airport

Parking

<h3>Cheapest Parking</h3>
The cheapest option is at private parking lots. You can find a price comparison <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.parkvia.com/" target="_blank">here</a>. 
<h3>Affordable Parking</h3>
For affordable and easy parking at Athens Airport, it is recommended to book a parking spot online through e-Parking, directly via <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.aia.gr/traveler/parking/e-parking/parking-fee-calculator" target="_blank">this link</a>. This option is available up to 30 minutes before your car arrives at the airport, allowing you to get parking at a better rate. Of course, you can still pick up a ticket upon arrival and pay at the airport machine (without online reservation). In this case, the price will be higher.
<h3>Short-term Parking</h3>
Right in front of the airport building, there is a parking lot for short-term stops (P1 and P2). The first 20 minutes are free, and then, for example, the full price for 1 hour is 4.50 EUR. This parking lot is within a 1 - 2 minute walking distance from the main terminal.
<h3>Long-term Parking</h3>
Long-term parking (P3) at Athens Airport is located behind P1 and P2. A pedestrian bridge connects this parking lot with the main terminal, and the walk takes about 5 minutes. There is also a free shuttle bus available, departing every 5 - 6 minutes. Here too, the first 20 minutes are free.
At the edges of P3, there are two zones called Economy Parking. Economy is recommended for longer stays at the lowest prices and is available only with online reservation. The price for one day is 5 EUR. A free shuttle bus provides transfer from this parking lot to the main terminal, taking 8 - 10 minutes.
The bus providing shuttle service between the main terminal and P3 and Economy parking lots departs towards the parking lot from the stop in front of exit 3, located on the ground floor at Departures.

Parking at Athens Airport

Services at the airport

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<td>Information</td>
<td>You can find the information desk right in the center of the main terminal building between entrances 2 and 3.</td>
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<td>Internet / Wifi</td>
<td>WiFi is available for free via "ATH Free Wi-Fi" throughout the main terminal. After 60 minutes, the connection will be interrupted, and you will need to log in again, free of charge. There are also 22 kiosks providing free internet access for 15 minutes each at the airport.</td>
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<td>Sockets / Phone Charging</td>
<td>Charging stations are available at eight different locations, on both floors of the main terminal, at both departures and arrivals. Charging is very fast (3 - 15 minutes) and free. There are also plenty of sockets at the airport, so you don't have to worry about charging your electronics during your stay.</td>
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<td>Food and Drink</td>
<td>There are many restaurants and cafes at Athens Airport, including options like Burger King, Starbucks, and several restaurants offering traditional Greek cuisine. You can find a list of these establishments at <a rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.aia.gr/traveler/shopping-centre/restaurants-and-cafes/" target="_blank">this link</a>.</td>
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<td>ATMs</td>
<td>There are 6 different ATMs at the airport. There is also a bank available for passengers, located in the arrivals hall and open every day.</td>
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<td>Currency Exchange</td>
<td>You will find one currency exchange company, Onexchange, at several locations. This exchange is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and provides currencies from 50 countries.</td>
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<td>Shops</td>
<td>Many travelers like to spend their time at the airport shopping. At Athens Airport, you can find almost everything (duty-free, fashion, cosmetics, electronics, books, gifts/Greek souvenirs). Well-known brands include Emporio Armani, Boss/Hugo Boss, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren, Swarovski, and Victoria's Secret. In the arrivals hall, passengers can visit a mini-market or pharmacy. In the departures hall, there is a hair salon, cosmetics, massage, manicure, and pedicure available for passengers seeking relaxation and beauty, all in one shop.</td>
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<td>Luggage Storage</td>
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Luggage storage "Care4Bag" is available for passengers in the arrivals hall. This company also provides luggage wrapping in the departures hall.
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<td>Post Office / Mailbox</td>
<td>The "Greek Post (ELTA)" has a branch at the airport, located in the arrivals hall.</td>
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<td>Smoking Area</td>
<td>Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed public spaces in Greece, so it is also banned at the airport. Athens Airport offers smokers the option to use one smoking area in the departures hall and one in the arrivals hall.</td>
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<td>Lounges</td>
<td>All 7 lounges at Athens Airport are located in the departures hall. Some are accessible for a fee to passengers with an economy class ticket (Goldair Handling Lounge, Goldair Handling CIP Lounge, Skyserv Melina Merkouri Lounge, Skyserv Aristotle Onassis Lounge, Swissport Lounge), and some are exclusively for first and business class passengers (Aegean Airlines Club). For more information, you need to contact your airline.</td>
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<td>Children's Play Area</td>
<td>The children's play area is located on the 2nd floor of the terminal building. The area is accessible for free to children aged 2.5 - 9 years.</td>
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Services at Athens Airport

Overnight at the airport

The Athens Airport is open 24/7, so sleeping in the airport premises is not a problem. However, be prepared for a rather uncomfortable sleep. There are a limited number of seats without armrests (for example, near McDonald's). You will find more options for a quieter sleep after the security check. For a better sleep, pack an eye mask, earplugs, and some extra layers of clothing. 
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Sleeping at Athens Airport

Hotels near the airport

If you have an early morning departure or a late evening arrival, you have several options for accommodation. You can find an overview of accommodation options near Athens Airport <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.stay22.com/allez/booking?aid=levnocestovani&campaign=athens&link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fairport%2Fgr%2Fath.en.html" target="_blank">here.</a>
<h3>Best Accommodation Near the Airport</h3>
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<td>Sofitel Athens Airport</td>
<td>The closest and most popular hotel near the airport. This 5* hotel offers a wellness center and a restaurant on the 7th floor with a stunning view of the airport.</td>
<td>8.5 out of 10</td>
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From £174 (200 EUR)
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<td>Villa Vravrona Tower &amp; Suites</td>
<td>A highly-rated villa with 2 pools set in beautiful gardens. Airport transfer available for a fee.</td>
<td>8.9 out of 10</td>
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From £69 (80 EUR)
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<td>Cinema Zeus Studios - Spata - ATH Airport</td>
<td>A fantastically rated apartment. Features a fitness center, garden, and home cinema. Airport transfer available for a fee.</td>
<td>9.3 out of 10</td>
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From £73 (84 EUR)
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<h3>Best Hotels in Athens</h3>
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Best Hotels Near Athens Airport

Airport map

You can find the map of Athens Airport at <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.aia.gr/userfiles/shoppingcenter/aia-shopping-map.pdf#/en" target="_blank">this link.</a>

Athens Airport Map

Contact

You can contact the airport via the call center at (+30) 210 35 30 000 or by email at airport_info@aia.gr. Another option is to use the <a rel="noopener" href="https://www.aia.gr/en/traveler/contact" target="_blank">contact form </a>directly on the website.

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