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Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Location: The airport is situated 20 miles (33km) south east of Athens city centre.Time: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +30 210 353 0000.
Getting to the city: The easiest and quickest way to reach the city centre from the airport is on board Athens' new Metro. Metro Line 3 connects the airport with Syntagma Square and Monastiraki. The airport is also served by six public bus routes, which connect to destinations in the greater area of Athens and Piraeus, buses running frequently day and night. Athens International is connected to Athens Central Railway Station (Larissis Station) by the Suburban Rail line. Finally, there are plenty of taxis to be hired at the ranks in front of the airport terminals, fares charged on a per kilometre basis.
Car rental: Avis, Hertz, National, Budget, Europcar and Sixt are all represented at the airport.
Airport Taxis: A taxi to the centre of the Athens costs €15 to 25 and takes roughly half an hour to an hour depending on the traffic. There are plenty of taxis to be hired at the ranks in front of the airport terminals, and fares charged on a per kilometre basis. Either agree on the fare before departure or make sure the driver sets the meter uses the correct rate. A '2' will display before the meter between midnight and 6am and means you pay double the price. Avoid touts and unlicensed taxis. Private hotel shuttle companies also run from Athens International Airport.
Facilities: The airport is well supplied with cafes, restaurants, bars and shops, including duty free. There are branches of two banks providing full services at the airport, and numerous ATMs and currency exchange bureaux are also available. Non-EU nationals can get VAT refunded at the EUROCHANGE currency exchange unit located at the Departures Level. Several travel agencies operate from the airport, and there is a Greek National Tourist Board information desk. Conference facilities are available and there is a business centre with Internet access, photocopier machines, faxes and secretarial services. A meeting room is also available. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should contact their airline in advance.
Parking: There is short and long-term parking available in the airport; short-term parking is on the arrivals level and costs €3.80 for the first hour (up to 20 minutes are free), while long-term parking is found across the access road in P3 and costs €50 for the first week and €5 per day after. Long-term parking is connected to the terminal by a free shuttle.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.aia.gr
Zakynthos International Airport Dionysios Solomos (ZTH)
Location: Kalamaki, south of ZakynthosTime: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: +30 26950 29500
Getting to the city: Buses travel from the airport to downtown Zakynthos with some frequency. Many hotels and resorts offer shuttle services or private pick-ups.
Car rental: Hertz and Europcar have car hire facilities at Zakynthos Airport.
Airport Taxis: There is a taxi rank outside the passenger terminal.
Facilities: Airport facilities include duty-free shopping, currency exchange, ATMs, and a bar and cafe.
Parking: There is parking available a short distance from the terminal.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.zakynthos-airport.com
Kalamata International Airport (KLX)
Location: Messini, northwest of KalamataTime: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: +30 27210 63805
Getting to the city: Resort Hoppa runs shuttle vans and private cars to a number of destinations around Kalamata Airport. There are buses to Kaklis during operating hours.
Car rental: Argus Car Hire and Car Trawler have offices at Kalamata Airport.
Facilities: The terminal contains restaurants, duty-free shopping, banks, baby changing facilities, and a police station.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/greek/airports/kalamata/kalamata_gr.html
Santorini Thira Island National Airport (JTR)
Location: 2 miles (4km) southeast of Fira/Thira Town, near MonolithosTime: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: +30 22860 28400
Getting to the city: There is bus service to many local destinations in Santorini, and several shuttle transfer companies operate from the airport.
Car rental: Herz, Europcar, Axion and Budget have car hire offices at Santorini Airport.
Airport Taxis: There are taxis available from the airport.
Facilities: The terminal contains duty-free shopping, ATMs, travel agencies and information services.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.santoriniairport.com/
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Samos International Airport (SMI)
Location: Pythagorio, SamosTime: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: +30 22730 87800
Getting to the city: There are no buses operating from Samos Airport.
Car rental: Car hire companies at Samos Airport include Hertz, Europcar, Avis, Aramis and National.
Airport Taxis: Radio Taxi Samos operates from the airport. The fare to Vathi is approximately €15.
Facilities: The terminal contains two restaurants, duty-free shopping, baby-changing facilities, a Greek tourism office, and tourist information services.
Parking: There are parking facilities adjacent to the terminal.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/samos.htm
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Kefallinia-Argostoli Airport (EFL)
Location: The airport is located 5 miles (about 8km) south of Argostoli.Time: Local time is GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +30 267 102 9900
Getting to the city: Public buses and shuttle services serve the airport during the summer tourist season.
Car rental: Cars can be rented from Hertz or Europcar.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available outside the arrivals area. Fare should be about €20 into town.
Facilities: Facilities include ATMs, bureaux de change, and snack shops.
Parking: Short- and long-term parking available.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/kefalonia.htm
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Preveza/Lefkas - Aktion National Airport (PVK)
Location: The airport is located 4 miles (about 7km) south of the town of Preveza.Time: Local time is GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +30 26820 26113
Getting to the city: Bus services connect Preveza Aiport to the towns of Preveza, Lefkas and Vonitsa.
Car rental: Several car rental companies operate from Preveza airport.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available out the arrivals area. It should cost about €20 to get to Preveza from the airport, and about €25 to get to Levkas.
Facilities: Facilities include ATMs, a café, and a duty-free shop.
Parking: Short- and long-term parking available.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/preveza.htm
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Chania International Airport (CHQ)
Location: Souda Bay, 8.7 miles (14km) east of ChaniaTime: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: +30 28210 83800
Getting to the city: There is regular bus service to Chania from the airport. Travel time is approximately 30 minutes.
Car rental: Hertz, Europcar, and Kappa operate car hire facilities at Chania Airport.
Airport Taxis: There is a taxi rank located outside the terminal building.
Facilities: The terminal contains a bar, duty-free shopping, bank, currency exchange, VIP lounge, police station, lost and found, first aid station, and information centre.
Parking: There is both short and long-term parking available at the airport.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/chandat.htm
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Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
Location: The airport is located 10 miles (about 16km) south of the city centre.Time: Local time is GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +30 2310 985000
Getting to the city: Bus 78 goes from Thessaloniki Airport to the New Railway Station every hour. Cost is €0.50, and the journey takes about 50 minutes.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Sixt, EasyCar, Avis. Herz and Europcar.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available outside the arrivals area. Fare to downtown Thessaloniki should be between €6-9, and the journey should take about 30 minutes.
Facilities: Facilities include ATMs, bureaux de change, restaurants and cafés, Internet access, a nursery and play area, and duty-free shopping.
Parking: Short- and long-term parking available 24 hours a day.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/thes.htm
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Kavala International Airport (KVA)
Location: 18.6 miles (30km) east of KavalaTime: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: +30 25910 53271
Getting to the city: There are buses from the airport to downtown Kavala.
Car rental: Europcar, Evros Car, and Hertz operate car hire facilities at Kavala Airport.
Airport Taxis: A taxi rank is located in front of the terminal.
Facilities: The terminal contains restaurants, duty-free shopping, travel agents, a police station, and first aid facilities.
Parking: There is short and long-term parking opposite the terminal building.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/kavala.htm
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Skiathos Island National Airport (JSI)
Location: The airport is located 2 miles (about 3km) northeast of Xanemos.Time: Local time is GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +302 42 702 9100
Getting to the city: Resort Hoppa provides a shuttle bus service to and from the airport.
Car rental: Car rental companies include Economy Car Hire and Car Trawler Car Hire.
Airport Taxis: Taxis are available outside the arrivals area.
Facilities: Facilities include ATMs, bureaux de change, and snack shops.
Parking: Short- and long-term parking available.
Departure Tax: €12.15 (international), €8.51 (domestic). A security fee of €1.52 is also charged.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/skiathos.htm
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Corfu International Airport (CFU)
Location: 3km south of CorfuTime: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Parking: The small parking lot at Corfu International Airport offers free parking for passengers.
Website: www.hcaa-eleng.gr/kerk.htm
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Rhodes Diagoros International Airport (RHO)
Location: The airport is located just nine miles (14km) from Rodos on the island of Rhodes in Greece.Time: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Contacts: Tel: +30 22 410 88 700.
Getting to the city: A public bus runs from the airport into town. Tickets cost just €2 and the bus runs between 6.50am and 11.05pm. There are eleven buses each day. They leave from a bus station 300m from the terminal after Exit 1. The trip into town takes 40 minutes. Metered airport taxis are also available from outside the terminal.
Car rental: Avis, Budget, Europcar and Hertz all provide rental cars at Rhodes Diagoras International Airport.
Airport Taxis: Taxis can be caught from outside the terminal. They are generally metered but if no meter is available passengers should agree on a price before leaving the airport. General fares to various parts of the island range from €15 to Kremasti to €44 to Lardos, Pefkos or Vlycha and €48 to get to Lindos. It costs €22 for the 25-minute trip into Rhodes Town.
Facilities: ATMs, a bank, currency exchange facilities, left luggage lockers, duty free shops, souvenir stores, restaurants and snack kiosks, medical facilities are all available and the airport is accessible to disabled persons.
Parking: Short- and long-term parking is available at Rhodes Diagros Airport. It is located directly opposite the terminal.
Departure Tax: A departure tax of €12 is levied on all passengers.
Website: www.hcaa.gr/content/index.asp?tid=122&lang=2
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Heraklion International Airport (HER)
Location: The airport is located three miles (5km) east of Heraklion on Crete.Time: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Parking: Parking at Heraklion International Airport is free.
Website: www.heraklion-airport.info
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Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
Location: Kos Island International Airport is located roughly 16 miles (26km) southwest of Kos Town.Parking: There is limited parking at the airport, charged at €3.80 per hour for short-term and €26 per day for long-term parking.
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Mykonos Island National Airport (JMK)
Location: The airport is located 2.5 miles (4km) from Chora.Time: GMT +2 (GMT +3 between last Sunday in April and last Sunday in October).
Parking: Short and long-term parking is available in the parking lot in front of the terminal.
Website: www.mykonos-airport.com
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