Lemnos
International Airport
Hephaestus
IATA: LXS
ICAO: LGLM
Lemnos Airport
Hephaestus
Lemnos International Airport (LXS) is the main airport serving the island of Lemnos, Greece. It is located 18 kilometers northwest of the city of Myrina. The airport has one terminal and can handle up to 1 million passengers per year.
Location
Lemnos International Airport is located 18 kilometers northwest of the city of Myrina.
Rank and quality
Lemnos International Airport is not ranked by Skytrax. However, it has received positive reviews from passengers for its cleanliness, efficiency, and friendly staff.
Statistics and average of passengers
In 2022, Lemnos International Airport handled over 94,000 passengers. The average number of passengers per day is approximately 260.
Distance from the center of the city of Myrina
Lemnos International Airport is located 18 kilometers northwest of the city of Myrina.
Facilities
Lemnos International Airport has a limited range of facilities for passengers, including:
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A duty-free shop
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A restaurant
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A cafe
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A bar
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A currency exchange bureau
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An ATM
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A business center
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Medical facilities
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A play area for children
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Free Wi-Fi
Civil aviation systems
Lemnos 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
Lemnos 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
Lemnos International Airport was opened in 1959. It was originally built to serve the military. The airport was opened to commercial flights in 1960. The airport has been expanded and modernized several times since it opened.
Aircraft fees
Lemnos 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
Lemnos 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
Lemnos International Airport is owned and operated by the Hellenic Republic.
Ways to Get to the Airport from the Center of Myrina and the cost
There are a number of ways to get to Lemnos International Airport from the center of Myrina, including:
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By taxi: The cost of a taxi from the center of Myrina to the airport is approximately €20-25.
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By bus: The bus runs from the center of Myrina to the airport every 30 minutes. The cost of a ticket is €2-3.
The Fixed Base Operator (FBO)
Lemnos International Airport does not have a fixed base operator (FBO).
Statistics
In 2022, Lemnos International Airport handled over 94,000 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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France
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Italy
The airline market share at Lemnos International Airport is as follows:
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Aegean Airlines: 50%
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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 Lemnos International Airport is as follows:
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Star Alliance: 50%
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Oneworld: 20%
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SkyTeam: 20%