We would like to inform you that due to strike, today Friday 1st of May 2026:
• Public buses from & to the Airport are available from 09:00 until 21:00.
• Metro and Suburban Railway services are not available.
• Τaxis and Regional buses are also available.
Thank you for your understanding
Timely Arrival at Athens International Airport
As of 30 March 2026, the European Union’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) has been fully deployed for all third-country nationals travelling to and from the Schengen Area.
Passport control procedure might be significantly affected resulting in long waiting times.
Passengers are kindly advised to arrive at the airport at least 2.5 hours prior to their scheduled departure, in order to complete in time:
• check-in
• security screening
• and passport control, where applicable
Important: Late arrival at the departure gate may result in denied boarding.
Designated Point 2 for persons with disabilities and/or reduced mobility, located at the Suburban Railway Station, is temporarily unavailable due to ongoing works.