Athens Airport: Taxi, Transfers & Travel Guide 2026
Official taxi rates • Metro guide • Day trips direct from arrivals • Ferry routes to the Greek islands
Athens Airport Transfers at a Glance (2026)
Every way to get from Athens International Airport (ATH) into the city, with 2026 prices. Pick an option for the full guide.
| Option | Price (2026) | Time to centre | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi (flat fare) | €40 day / €55 night | 40–55 min | Speed, door to door |
| Private transfer | From €43 fixed | 40–55 min | Groups, luggage, no surprises |
| Metro (Line 3) | €9 single / €16 return | 40 min | Budget, beats traffic |
| X95 express bus | €6.20 | 60–90 min | Cheapest, runs 24/7 |
| Uber / Bolt / FreeNow | App-set fare | 40–55 min | Card payment, no haggling |
Prices verified for 2026 against official airport and OASA sources. We are an independent guide — we do not operate taxis or transfers. How we research fares.
Athens Airport Taxi & Transport Guide
The official taxi flat rate is €40 day / €55 night to anywhere in central Athens. No meter, no surprises. Or take Metro Line 3 for €10 in 40 minutes.
| Option | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 🚕 Official Taxi | 35–50 min | €40 (day) |
| 🚇 Metro Line 3 | 40 min | €10 |
| 🚌 X95 Express Bus | 60–90 min | €5.50 |
| 🌙 Night Transfer | 30–35 min | €55 (midnight–5am) |
Go Straight From Arrivals — Skip Athens
All destinations below are reachable direct from Athens Airport via the A7 motorway — no Athens traffic, no city connections.
| Destination | Drive | Transfer from |
|---|---|---|
| 🏛️ Cape Sounion | 1h 15m | €80 |
| 🏰 Nafplio | 1h 45m | €160 |
| 🔮 Delphi | 2h 15m | €220 |
| ⛪ Meteora | 3h 30m | €380 |
Athens Airport to the Greek Islands
Three ports serve the islands from Athens Airport. Rafina is closest (20 min). Piraeus is the main hub for most islands.
| Port | From Airport | Islands served |
|---|---|---|
| ⚓ Rafina | 20 min · ~€30 | Mykonos, Naxos, Cyclades |
| ⛴️ Piraeus | 45–55 min · ~€55 | Santorini, Crete, Rhodes |
| 🚢 Lavrio | 35 min · ~€40 | Kea, Kythnos, Milos |
Best Hotels Near Athens Airport
From Syntagma Square luxury to Riviera beach resorts. All 35–50 minutes from the airport by taxi at the official €40 flat rate.
- Grande Bretagne & King George — iconic Syntagma Square luxury
- Four Seasons Astir Palace — private beach, Vouliagmeni
- Athens Riviera hotels — Glyfada & Vouliagmeni coast
- Plaka boutique hotels — steps from the Acropolis
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Athens Airport Transfers: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a taxi from Athens Airport to the city centre?
A regulated flat fare of €40 during the day (05:00–24:00) and €55 at night, including tolls and luggage for up to four passengers. See our Athens airport taxi guide.
What is the cheapest way from Athens Airport to the city?
The X95 express bus at €6.20, running 24/7 to Syntagma in 60–90 minutes. The metro is faster at €9 and takes about 40 minutes.
How long does it take from Athens Airport to the city centre?
About 40–55 minutes by taxi or private transfer, roughly 40 minutes on Metro Line 3, and 60–90 minutes on the X95 bus, depending on traffic.
Does the Athens airport metro run at night?
No. Metro Line 3 to the airport runs approximately 06:30–24:00, so it does not cover the small hours. For late arrivals use a taxi (€55 night flat fare), the 24-hour X95 bus, or a pre-booked transfer. See the metro guide.
Do Uber and Bolt work at Athens Airport?
Yes, but in Athens they dispatch licensed taxis rather than private cars, so you pay a regulated fare with the convenience of card payment. See Uber vs Bolt vs taxi.