Cheap flights to Greece

Greece is one of the 10 most-visited countries in the world, with over 30 million tourists entering the country every single year. Many of those arrive by plane, with thousands of passengers landing in airports like Athens International every day. If you want to be one of them, book your flights to Greece using Omio. It takes seconds to book, you can pay in a variety of currencies, and your Greek plane tickets will be stored digitally, ready for your holiday in Hellas.

Popular Airlines / Companies for Greek Flights

Aegean Airlines is the flag carrier airline of Greece and the one that offers the most flights in and out of the country. It’s a highly-rated airline that offers affordable luxury on a wide range of routes.

easyJet also provides many flights into Greece, along with aforementioned airlines like Lufthansa, Ryanair, British Airways, and Wizz Air. Generally speaking, Greece is a very popular destination with travelers from all over the world, so there are a lot of airlines (budget and premium) offering connections to Greek cities.

Airlines in Greece

• Aegean Airlines
• Bluebird Airways
• Sky Express
• Olympic Air

International airlines flying to Greece

• easyJet
• Lufthansa
• KLM
• Air France
• Condor
• British Airways
• RyanAir
• SWISS
• Air China
• Air Canada
• Pegasus Airlines
• Qatar Airways
• Royal Air Maroc
• Vueling Airlines
• Wizz Air

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Athens. Credit: Pixabay

Main Airports in Greece

Athens Airport is by far the biggest airport in Greece, as discussed previously. It handles domestic and international connections and is one of the 20 busiest airports in Europe. Thessaloniki airport is the second-biggest and there are also many smaller airports serving the Greek islands, including ones in Kefalonia, Samos, Rhodes, Kos, Lesbos, Zakynthos, Corfu, and Heraklion.

Before your Greek flight—Preparation for Departure

To ensure you have time to get through airport security you should arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before your flight. If you’re traveling via Athens airport, you can take a taxi or bus there. Many airports also have shuttle buses. Taxis usually charge a set fee and you can enquire about this amount before you get in.

Greece is in Europe, so European travel rules apply. There are a few other things worth noting :

• All passengers must go through security
• Liquids in hand luggage must be less than 100 ml and carried in clear packaging.
• Liquids larger than 100ml can be placed in checked luggage. These rules don’t apply to duty-free purchases in the airport.
• Greece has some strict rules on certain medications that are freely available elsewhere, including opioid medications. We recommend checking the rules on these in advance. You may need to take a prescription/doctor’s letter and take only what you need.

Karpathos. Credit: Pixabay

After your Greek flight—after landing

You won’t need to pass through security when you land, but you will likely be asked to show your passport. The lines for passport checks can be long. Automated systems are being used to speed things up, but there are still delays during busy periods.

If you need cash, you can exchange it using one of the currency exchange desks. Greece accepts Euros, and while many shops take credit and debit cards, there are some areas where cash is best, such as tipping and paying for taxi services.

Speaking of taxis, you can find a bank of these outside of the airport. If you’re landing in Athens, look for the yellow taxis. They charge between €40 and €60 for a trip to the city center, which is about 33 km (20.5 mi) away. Shuttle buses and public buses are also available.

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Flight Travel Tips for Greece

• Change some Euros in advance if you can, making sure you get a good rate. The airport rate might not be the best.
• Prepare your phone to make sure it will work and you won’t be hit with roaming charges.
• Take all of the medication you will need, including prescriptions.
• Don’t assume that you can take medications/drugs just because they are legal in your country. Cannabis is illegal here and opioids are tightly controlled. Check the latest advice for travelers in your country before taking any potentially controlled medications.
• Consider getting travel insurance to protect you against costly unforeseen circumstances.
• Pack some sunscreen—it gets hot and you don’t want to get burned!

Now that you’re primed and ready to go, book your Greek flight tickets through Omio and start packing!

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