Odysseas Elytis Airport in Mytilene, named after the Nobel-winning poet whose family came from the island, lies on the coast south of the capital of Lesbos. It has year-round flights to Athens and Thessaloniki and, in summer, some international flights. From here you reach the village of Molyvos, the petrified forest of Sigri and the ouzo-producing villages.
Arrivals, departures and aircraft in flight
Below you will find today's arrivals and departures board, updated continuously, and a map of the aircraft flying right now within 110 km of the airport, with altitude, speed and distance. Times are Greek local time, one hour ahead of Central European Time.
Updated continuously. Always check with your airline.
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In red, aircraft below 2,400 m, that is taking off or landing. Open ADS-B data from adsb.lol (ODbL licence).
Getting to town
- Bus and taxi: central Mytilene is about 15 minutes away.
- Hire car: essential for touring the island, which is large and mountainous.
Practical tips
- Documents: EU citizens only need a valid identity card or passport.
- Islands in summer: island airports are small and very crowded on peak days; arrive well ahead of your return flight.
- Domestic flights: Aegean, Olympic and Sky Express link Athens and Thessaloniki with dozens of islands; alternatively there are the ferries.
- Taxis: ask the price before getting in or check that the meter is running; on the islands it is best to book.
To explore the destination see our guide to Lesbos. See also all Greek airports, getting to Greece and ferries to the islands.