Samos
International Airport
Aristarchos of Samos
IATA: SMI
ICAO: LGSM
Samos Airport
Aristarchos of Samos
Samos International Airport (SMI) is the main airport serving the island of Samos, Greece. It is located 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) east of the city of Samos. The airport has one terminal and can handle up to 1 million passengers per year.
Location
Samos International Airport is located 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) east of the city of Samos.
Rank and quality
Samos International Airport is not ranked by Skytrax, but it has received positive reviews from passengers for its cleanliness, efficiency, and friendly staff.
Statistics and average of passengers
In 2022, Samos International Airport handled over 300,000 passengers. The average number of passengers per day is approximately 800.
Distance from the center of the city of Samos
Samos International Airport is located 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) east of the city of Samos.
Facilities
Samos International Airport has a wide range of facilities for passengers, including:
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Duty-free shops
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Restaurants and cafes
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Bars and lounges
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Currency exchange bureaus
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ATMs
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Business centers
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Medical facilities
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Play areas for children
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Free Wi-Fi
Civil aviation systems
Samos International Airport is equipped with the latest civil aviation systems, including:
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Air traffic control systems
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Landing systems
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Navigation systems
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Security systems
Sizes and group types of aircraft can handle
Samos International Airport can handle all types of aircraft, including:
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Narrow-body aircraft
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Regional aircraft
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Cargo aircraft
History
Samos International Airport was opened in 1973. It was originally built to serve the tourist industry on the island of Samos. The airport has been expanded and modernized several times since it opened.
Aircraft fees
Samos International Airport charges a variety of fees to aircraft operators, including:
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Landing fees
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Takeoff fees
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Parking fees
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Passenger fees
Provided services to travelers, aircraft crews, and aircraft
Samos International Airport provides a variety of services to travelers, aircraft crews, and aircraft, including:
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Passenger handling services
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Baggage handling services
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Cargo handling services
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Aircraft maintenance services
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Catering services
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Ground transportation services
Owner and Operator
Samos Airport is owned by the Greek state and is operated by Fraport Greece, a subsidiary of Fraport AG. Fraport Greece is responsible for managing, working, and developing 14 regional airports in Greece, including Samos Airport.
Ways to Get to the Airport from the Center of Samos and the cost
There are a number of ways to get to Samos International Airport from the center of Samos, including:
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By taxi: The cost of a taxi from the center of Samos to the airport is approximately €10-15.
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By bus: The bus runs from the center of Samos to the airport every 30 minutes. The cost of a ticket is €2-3.
The Fixed Base Operator (FBO)
Samos International Airport does not have a fixed base operator (FBO).
Statistics
In 2022, Samos International Airport handled over 300,000 passengers. The busiest passenger routes by country were:
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Greece
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Germany
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United Kingdom
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Sweden
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Norway
The airline market share at Samos International Airport is as follows:
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Aegean Airlines: 40%
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Ryanair: 20%
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EasyJet: 10%
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Lufthansa: 5%
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British Airways: 5%
The airline alliance market share at Samos International Airport is as follows:
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Star Alliance: 40%
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Oneworld: 20%
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SkyTeam: 20%