How long does it take to get through customs in Athens Greece?


How long does it take to get through customs in Athens Greece? Expect 15-20 minutes max unless you're unlucky. However since you fly with the luggage, this might take a while, and you can take overall up to 40 minutes before you leave the customs.


Is Athens airport big or small?

Athens International Airport is the largest and busiest airport in Greece. By the end of 2021, it was the 15th busiest airport in Europe.


Does Athens Airport require COVID test?

All passengers on domestic flights regardless of airport of destination no longer require valid certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19, or evidence of a negative test result from a PCR/Rapid test.


How much time do I need for a layover in Athens?

I'd say leave 2 1/2 to 3 hours between flights, especially if you need to go through immigration and/or if you have checked luggage. Also, not sure if it is a good idea driving to Nafplio after a long flight plus jetlag. Much easier to fly to an island!


What is the minimum connection time for Aegean Airlines?

You could make connection for less than 40min time between the flights if they are Schengen-Schengen or NonShcengen-NonSchengen. You need at least 1h if your flights are NonSchengen-Schengen or vice versa, because you have to exit the zone and do all the checks as passangers from A to B (flying directly) does.


Is 2 hours enough in Athens Airport?

However, it is immigration -- passport control --- that can take time. There is no immigration in Canada or Turkey if it is just a connection. Connection time at Athens airport. 2 hours is sufficient.


What is customs in Athens like?

Customs is a non-issue, you simply either walk out the door with a green sign indicating No Declarations or if you do have something to claim (rare) you head to the red signed customs area, you have to seek them out.


Do you go through customs in Athens?

The whole thing is pretty well organized and unless you happen to arrive at the same time as bunch of other flights you should be through customs and out the door within 20 minutes of your arrival.


How long does it take to clear customs and immigration at Athens airport?

If you blew out your headphones on the flight or need a plug adapter there is a Germanos Electronics shop in the airport. The whole thing is pretty well organized and unless you happen to arrive at the same time as bunch of other flights you should be through customs and out the door within 20 minutes of your arrival.


How long is customs in Athens?

As a general rule 1hr is usually more than enough to clear immigration and get your bags unless there's a huge number of inbounds at the same time. I'd say you're OK with 2 hours between flights everything by going well with more time obviously better.


Should I carry my passport in Athens?

Carry your passport or some form of photo identification at all times. Police may detain you for questioning if you do not have proper identification with you.


Is 3 hours enough to get through customs?

Allow enough time: Customs can be time-consuming, especially during peak travel periods. Make sure you allow enough time to clear customs and get to your connecting flight. As a general rule, it's best to allow at least two hours for international layovers.


Do I have to go through passport control again for connecting flight?

Customs and immigration are usually required at the connecting airport for international flights. You don't always have to for domestic flights. In most cases, passengers on layover flights must clear customs and immigration at the first point of entry.