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How to Get to the Airport from Every Area

Guide to reaching Eleftherios Venizelos airport from areas across Attica
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    Proximity to “Eleftherios Venizelos” airport is one of the most important factors when choosing a residential area in Attica — especially for those who travel frequently for business or have international ties.

    From Voula and coastal Voula

    By car: 18-25 minutes outside peak hours via Vari - Koropi Avenue or the Attiki Odos.

    By taxi: Costs approximately 35-45€ from Voula to the airport.

    Public transportation: X96 bus from the coastal road or a metro connection at Elliniko — total time 45-60 minutes.

    From Vari and Varkiza

    By car: 15-20 minutes via Vari - Koropi Avenue. The fastest trip of all the coastal areas.

    By taxi: Approximately 30-40€.

    Public transportation: OSY buses with moderate frequency — recommended mainly for evening flights.

    From Spata and Artemida

    By car: 5-15 minutes — these areas are practically “next door” to the airport.

    By taxi: 15-25€.

    It is the main reason so many aviation professionals and international workers choose the area.

    From central Athens

    Metro: Line 3 from Syntagma or Monastiraki, ~45-50 minutes. Operates approximately 5:30-23:30.

    Suburban railway: From Athens Railway Station (Larissis), ~38 minutes. Fewer departures than the metro.

    X95 bus: Express from Syntagma, operates 24 hours. Journey ~60-90 minutes depending on traffic.

    Taxi: Flat fare of 40€ by day / 55€ at night from central Athens.

    Practical Tips

    • Peak hours: 07:30-09:30 and 17:00-19:30 — the Attiki Odos can delay the journey by 15-30 minutes.
    • Summer: On July-August weekends, the coastal road and Vouliagmenis Avenue see increased traffic.
    • Attiki Odos tolls: 2,80€ per passenger-car crossing — factor it into the total cost.
    • Apps: Beat, Uber, and FreeNow operate normally for trips to and from the airport.

    The times listed are estimates based on normal traffic conditions and may vary.