Alexandros Papadiamantis Airport in Skiathos, named after the writer born on the island, is famous for its very short runway that ends almost in the sea: planes pass a few metres above people standing on the coast road, a sight that draws many aviation fans. The airport lies a few kilometres from the island's town and is the arrival point for the Sporades, including Skopelos and Alonissos, reached by ferry.
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
- Taxi and bus: the town and the port are about 10 minutes away.
- Ferries: services to Skopelos and Alonissos leave from Skiathos port.
- Hire: cars and scooters for reaching beaches such as Koukounaries.
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 Skiathos. See also all Greek airports, getting to Greece and ferries to the islands.