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by physiar The new Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, located some 25 to 30 Km outside Athens proper in an area known as Spata is the main portal to the city. Modelled to suit the needs of locals and tourists alike, the airport is extremely easy to navigate. One has to keep in mind the large number of daily flights to and from the islands (apart from the other domestic and international flights) to fully appreciate the said ease-of-use. Well served by a number of outlets, it is a place to explore in its own right, and maybe a place to bag a last-second souvenir for that someone you weren't sure you'd be getting something. Needless to say, we're looking at airport prices you see anywhere else in the world. As for being connected, it is also easy to get out of the airport - metro, tram, buses and taxis all serve the Venizelos, but I strongly suggest thinking twice about hailing a taxi. Compare the (possible) EUR 60 bill against the metro's EUR 6 (flat EUR 10 for two) or a bus's EUR 3. In both latter cases, the ticket is useable on other public transport systems for a period of time. We took the metro and were in Athens with 27 minutes (not more than 45 minutes from touch-down). Theme: Airplane
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It is situated 20 km to the East of Athens. 210 35 30 000 Electric train to Douksis Plakentias or Ethniki Amina metro stations (line 3) every 15 min. 25 min in a way, 3€. Buses E94, E95, E96, E93, E97. Taxi about 20€, an hour in a way. Flights to Iraclio (1 hour, 42 times a week, 79€), Kerkyra/Corfu (50 min, 26 times a week, 93€), Lesvos (50 min, 29 times a week, 80€), Mycenos (45 min, 43 times a week, 79€), Rhodes (1 hour, 38 times a week, 92€), Santorini (50 min, 56 times a week, 83€). I arrived to Greece-Athens by Russian "Kras Air" B-737. It took me 3,5 hours. The plane wasn't full and I've got a very convinuent place by the illuminator. So I've got a possibility to take a film "From rainy Domodedovo to sunny Athens by air". You may watch this clip Moscow-Athens Flight on my YouTube channel. Theme: AirplanePhone: +30 (210) 3530000
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by STRATOS79 EL. VENIZELOS airport began operation in 2001 replacing the old one in Hellinicon.Located in Spata(about 35km)is the only airport in Athens separated in domestic and international flights with more than 150 check in counters serve more than 15 million passengers every year Cheapest way to and from the airport are airport buses and proastiakos Theme: AirplanePhone: +30 (210) 3530000
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ok, there are 3 options: -bus Take bus X95 (3.20 euro, 24h, one every 10-15’) from the airport that takes you direct to Syntagma square. There are also buses to Ethniki Amyna Metro station(X94), Port of Pireus(X96), Kifissos/Liosion Bus Stations(X93), Dafni Metro Station(X97), Kifisia(X92) -Metro Slightly more expensive than bus(10euros for 2 persons), the ride is 40’ and there is one every 30’ but of course not 24h like the bus. It takes you directly to Syntagma Square. -taxi I never took a taxi but I know it costs about 35-45 euro depending on the traffic, if it’s day or night, the driver and all this silly things… :) Theme: Bus
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 Traveling to Athens by belgrade03 The fastest way to travel to Athens is of course by plane. The airport is located about 20km from the city. The cheapest way to get to the city from the airport is by Airport bus. There are buses E94, E95 and E96 depending on what is their last stop within the city. The ticket is 2.90euros and it is valid for all means of transportation in the city (buses, trolleys and metro) within the next 24hours Leave a Comment Theme: AirplanePhone: +30 (210) 3530000
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 Picture from airport website by Jmill42 Coming from Spain and 8 days in Ibiza, I was scared that I might not be able to read English, much less Greek. But, it turned out that the Athens airport is very simple. It is basically one big terminal, so you don't have to run all over th place looking for baggae, counters or anything; its all real close. All arrivals are located on the bottom floor, where luggage claim is, and all departures are on the second. To calm your nerves, everything is written in English, as well as Greek. To get to the city, its a 30 minute or more bus ride, or, I'm sure, a shorter taxi ride. I took the bus from the airport, so check out the next tip for information on the bus schedules. Leave a Comment
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 Airport Station by OiKnow The Metro or subway is the fastest and possibly easiest way to and from the new Athens Airport. The train line is not effected by the infamous Athens traffic or rush hour. The fare is 6 Euros each way, with a reduced price if you buy a round trip. The station is across the street from the arrivals area at the airport (next to the Sofitel Hotel.) You can purchase tickets at the window or from the machines. Make sure you validate the ticket in the machines before you go down to the platform. The trains leave about every half hour and the ride into the city center takes about 45 minutes (it will vary depending on how busy the system is.) When taking the train out to the airport look for a Blue line Metro train with the desitination being Airport, or the train will end it's run at one of the stations before you get to the airport. There is a seperate fare for the train to the airport and they do check periodically to see if riders have the proper ticket. Failure to have a valid and properly validated ticket incurrs a fine of 40 times the fare. The system is new. The train cars are all easy roll-on-roll-off designs. The stations have escalators and elevators that easily accomodate rolling luggage. Leave a Comment Theme: Subway/MetroPhone: +30 (210) 3530000
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Taking the Metro is a straightforward way of reaching the city centre and will only cost you 0.80 Euros. You can reach the major stations such as Monastiraki and Omonia by just transiting once. If going to Syntagma, you won't have to transit at all. The Athens metro is fairly simple to navigate as there are just 3 colour-coded lines with English names. Greeks will always be happy to help if you're lost. NOTE: If taking the metro to the airport, read the signboard before boarding the Blue Line! Not every train goes to the airport but the oens that do will indicate Airport as the terminating station. Airplane logos on the train itself will also show that you're on the right track (literally :P ). Leave a Comment Theme: Subway/MetroPhone: +30 (210) 3530000
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 157 check-in counters... by AndyRG "Eleftherios Venizelos", the airport of Athens, is located about 30 km NE of it. The beginning of operation happened on March 2001 (5 years of construction). It deputized the old fashioned and small airport in Elliniko, which doesn't exist anymore. The new airport of Athens, too modern and pleasant, has 157 check-in counters. The arrivals level is on the ground, the departures above it (for details about to/from "Eleftherios Venizelos", see the next tip). Leave a Comment Theme: AirplanePhone: +30 (210) 3530000
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Eleftherios Venizelos is the newest airport in Greece and the largest. Located outside of Athens city in place with the name Spata. In the airport you can see and a small museum in the second floor. Leave a Comment Theme: AirplanePhone: +30 (210) 3530000
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